Research Introduction

A person can find religion everywhere, and since the 20th century religion within the virtual world has become very popular. Religion is well defined in Secondlife and many avatars across the world teleport into churches, synagogues, or morgues on a regular basis to practice what is being taught. With so many religions surfacing in SecondLife it is hard to keep track of everyone of them. Religion in Secondlife is convenient, amd avatars can log on at any time of the day and practice their beliefs. Some may think or believe that just because religion is practiced in a virtual world with animated characters, that it is not real or does not exist. Although there are some selfish people in Secondlife who take advantage of religious rituals, in Secondlife they are highly out numberedby the ones who take religion seriously. There are real pastors who offer praise, support, and counseling to members of their groups.The best thing about attending a religious service in Secondlife is that avatars have the ability to kneel in a prayer position to pray. Now how real is that? Although there are different types of religions in Secondlife, What are they? and What are some examples of religion in Secondlife? and How are they practiced?

RESEARCH TOPIC AND OUTLINE

Research Question
What are some of the different types of religion in second life and how are they practiced?

Research Topic: Religion in Secondlife
Research Question: What are some the different types of religion in Secondlife? How can one convert from one religion to another?
Outline:
. Explain how different religions surfaced
. Did it come from one group or more groups?
. Did it already exist in Secondlife
. Explain how different religions function
. Where the meetings take place?
. How long does the meetings last?
. What are the expectations for being member
. Does it cost to be a member?

Introduction.

My art class makes me fall asleep because all I hear is, "Art is not just production, quality, and expression"; but that is all I know it to be. It seemed that art could be in any form and since the new generation, 3D or virtual worlds/games ranked number one. I began to think about second life and I realized that second life is the most amazing form of art ever created. Second life is a 3D form of art and it contains many different Sims involving theaters and museums. The arts of second life can be expressed in many different forms and expressions. According to Susan Steinbeck, creator of the Art Gallery Owners Group, there are over 900 different art galleries in second life. An avatar can play, interact, touch, and watch the art in second life. Museums in second life play a major role; the quality is what makes museums the main attraction in second life. Some museums are historical and educational, while others are fun and hands-on. However, theaters are the most exciting and there are many different productions taken place in various locations. Theaters in second life produce great plays, such as Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Macbeth.

~~Theater, Museums, and Art in Second Life~~ Thesis Statement

Theaters in second life produce great plays, such as Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, and Macbeth.

I have decided to change my paper topic..... From Social Interaction to Theater, Museums, and Art in Second Life

SOCIAL INTERACTION

Interacting with people in Second Life is easier than interacting with people in the real world because you wouldn’t be as nervous and you could express yourself freely.

Intro Updated

When a person thinks of entertainment, they think about having fun by any means necessary. Entertainment is something diverting and engaging, and second life offers just that. In the morning, during the afternoon, and at night, the entertainment in second life is non-stop. It all is too much to grasp. If you do not feel like getting out of bed or putting on some clothes to hang out with friends just open up second life. So many different people come to enjoy themselves and most are not disappointed by what they can do in second life. Second life helps avatars relax and have fun. Second life gives you the best of both worlds, without leaving the house. You can go so many places and meet various people; such as going to the movies, the spa, shopping, going to dance clubs, and also participating in sporting events.