Virtual Hermeneutics: A New Approach for a Brave New [Virtual] World

Presenter Information

Kathleen Cool
Steve Terrell

Location

Room 2077

Format Type

Paper

Start Date

January 2013

End Date

January 2013

Abstract

In this paper, we seek to explore the potential for virtual hermeneutics to study immersive virtual world experiences. It is proposed that a responsible translation of hermeneutic philosophy to methodology can ensure validity of interpretations through ethical and transparent decision making. Ultimately, it is hoped that virtual hermeneutics will become a valuable, and much needed, new tool in the virtual world researcher’s toolbox.

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Virtual Hermeneutics: A New Approach for a Brave New [Virtual] World

Room 2077

In this paper, we seek to explore the potential for virtual hermeneutics to study immersive virtual world experiences. It is proposed that a responsible translation of hermeneutic philosophy to methodology can ensure validity of interpretations through ethical and transparent decision making. Ultimately, it is hoped that virtual hermeneutics will become a valuable, and much needed, new tool in the virtual world researcher’s toolbox.