After using the morphological matrix, I have decided to explore the connections between Hyperreality as it pertains to the creation of "HyperWorlds".
As a sociological concept, hyperreality is concerned with the inability of modern society to distinguish between real scenarios and created fantasies. In particular it is critical of western civilisation's onslaught of "simulacra" (as Baudrillard explains). Simulacra is here a word that defines various forms of media that seek to represent or signify reality, and in the process create distance from any possible reality.
"HyperWorlds" describe a medium where various aspects of Virtual Reality and Physical Reality are conjoined to create a communication and experience environment. The application John Tiffin and Nobuyoshi Terashima believe will be the most advantageous recipient of this technology is education, specifically that of a HyperUniversity.
One limitation I have concerns about at the outset is their belief that this is a "medium without a message". Obviously this is a technology that will need significant funding and collaboration. Due to the level of investment, it will likely be the prestige of industry and government for a time at least.
It may have many applications for medical treatment and communication however.
At this stage, is proving an interesting research field, however I need to explore
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