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Introduction to Second Life

 

 

 

How to Get Started

Step 1 - Register for Class

University of IdahoNew Students - UI Admissions

Current Students -  Vandal Web

Step 2 - Download Second Life

Second LifeJoin Second Life

Create a Basic Account

Step 3 - Install Second Life

System Requirements

Second Life Support

Step 4 - Join UI Virtual Island

Idahonia: http://slurl.com/secondlife/University of Idaho/135/131/36

Step 5 - Get UISL Student HUD

A HUD is a 'heads-up-display' we developed that allows students to have special skills like raising your hand. Your instructor will provide a copy of this tool and there are dispensers in the Idahonia classrooms. Using headphones and a microphone will allow clear group discussions.

Step 6 - Join the Course Group and Make Friends

Each class taught in Idahonia will be provided a unique SL Group to join. Wearing your group identity will help you identify your classmates while in Idahonia. Offering SL 'friendship' to classmates and your instructor will allow the highest degree of communication. It is acceptable and encouraged in SL to call each other by their SL name.

Resources

What is Second Life?
Second Life Support
Getting Started with Second Life
Understanding Second Life