V-Lang pretends to contribute to the promotion of innovative forms of language training by means of applying ICT on the design and implementation of language courses Specifically, V-Lang aims at widespread use of Virtual Learning settings in on line language training, already successfully tested by commercial products such as Language Lab The use of Virtual 3D Worlds in on line language training provides a full audio communication system which allows to put into practice students language skills in immersive and social environments, in Collaborative and Problem-Based Learning environments that promote their Creativity and InnovationTo that end, V-Lang Strategy focuses on the development, experimentation and dissemination of a free Toolkit built upon Open Source that will allow the swift integration of Virtual Worlds in on line language learning Toolkit will provide a ready to install virtual village and classrooms allowing for immersive and collaborative training environments, as well as methodology guidelines for the integration and impact assessment of such approach into traditional on line language training Final product will be an affordable and easy to use toolkit for language providers, and a very accessible and appealing environment for learners, especially those at risk of exclusionObjectives:1. To develop V-Lang Toolkit:- Ready to use and upgradable Virtual World containing a virtual village, virtual classes and meeting halls- Open source software for the on line management of the training experiences by teachers and students- Methodology Guidelines on the integration of on line/blended & virtual learning2. To carry out Pilot Testing in 3 EU countries3. To widely disseminate the project results in order to raise awareness among companies and educational entities of the possibilities offered by this kind of trainingImpact:- More than 240 target groups reached- 20.000 people reached by digital means- 40 stakeholders using the Toolkit