Murrell Smith Research Paper
I. INTRODUCTION - What advantages and disadvantages are their with face to face
interactions compared to interactions in SL and other forms of
communication.
II. BODY – Pros,more confidence,can be in different locations,more people
can communicate at once,virtual expressions Cons, lack of detailed
facial expressions, can be awkward,
A. Advantages of SL social interaction
1. Confidence
a. more outgoing
b. less embarrassment
2. Brings people from different locations together
a. Easier to group up over internet
i. More people can be in discussion with chat in typing
b. Can have international groups meet efficiently
3. Virtual Expressions
a. Avatar movement
b. Can feel realistic
B. Advantages of face to face
1. Facial Expressions
a. Nuances of physcial communication
i.Genuine reactions
ii.Eye Contact
2. Can be less awkward than meeting online
3. Physical Contact
C. Compared with other forms of Communication
1. Feels much more in-person than voice only
2. SL is real time and IM, is faster than email
3. Headsets give perception reality
III. CONCLUSION
A. Analytical summary
1. Pros SL
2. Pros of in person
3. Pros of SL to alternative forms
B. Thesis reworded
C. Concluding statement