Second Life (http://secondlife.com) is a virtual environment that involves user-designed avatars, verbal and nonverbal communication, and a whimsical take on the laws of physics. How might such an environment affect a group collaborating on a 3-D design project? Meet with a group of classmates in Second Life or a similar environment to discuss such a project. Take notes on your interactions, paying particular attention to the environment's impact on your attitudes, perspectives, and goals.