The Recursive Relationship between Virtual and Real in Relationships

Authors

  • Richard E. Ferdig Kent State University
  • Kristine E. Pytash Kent State University, USA
  • Glenn W. Muschert Miami University, USA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4101/jvwr.v10i2.7286

Keywords:

Real virtual relationships, relationships, virtual worlds, theJVWR, virtual relationship,

Abstract

We live in an era of digitally-mediated relationships. From finding a spouse online to daily interactions facilitated through social media, many people build and sustain both platonic and romantic relationships with technology. Virtual worlds are also spaces for these interactions. This special issue is dedicated to an exploration of such topics in a collection of articles exploring

Author Biography

Richard E. Ferdig, Kent State University

Richard E. Ferdig

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Published

2017-09-14

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Section

Issue Editors' Corner