What do you see as a benefit to augmenting course assignments through the use of a virtual learning environment

You are working in Second Life now completing a number of activities. What do you see as a benefit to augmenting course assignments through the use of a virtual learning environment (VLE)? When responding to this question think of how Second life has assisted you in learning course content and to transition information to practice. How has it specifically assisted you in learning course content? How does it facilitate your specific learning style?References 2-5 years or less and in APA format