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Peer reviewedDiulus, Frank P.; Baum, R. Bruce – Contemporary Education, 1991
Discusses the value of educational simulation in enhancing teaching. It is effective because it is a realistic, active learning experience, it is highly interpersonal, there is an element of play, and it demands that participants think of ideas and implement strategies and solutions. (SM)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Creative Thinking, Educational Technology
Download full textSherwood, Robert D.; Hasselbring, Ted – 1984
Research was undertaken to investigate various methods of presentation of a computer based science simulation as it related to student content knowledge of the simulation concepts. Three treatment groups of sixth grade students were used in the study: (1) two students per computer interacting with the simulation; (2) a total class presentation of…
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Educational Games
