Affiliations: School of Computing and Technology, University of
Sunderland, Sunderland, SR6 0DD, UK | Psychology Department, University of
Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Herts, AL10 9AB, UK | Department of Computing and Electrical
Engineering, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh, EH14 4AS, UK
Abstract: This paper presents FearNot, a virtual learning environment populated
by synthetic characters interacting in bullying scenarios, aimed at 8–12 year
old children. FearNot was designed within the VICTEC project where a key aim was
to ensure that children participated in the design process. A range of
techniques were used to gain the children's input. This paper discusses
the various techniques used within VICTEC and highlights some key examples of
the results gained by using such techniques, challenges encountered, and the
design implications.
