An interactive computer simulation implemented on the University of Illinois PLATO IV computer system models children with reading skill weaknesses and permits teacher trainees to identify these weaknesses by evaluating informal reading inventory (IRI) results. (RAO)

The development of anasynthesis--the process of analysis, synthesis, modeling, and simulation--as applied to decision making and problem solving in education and training is explored, and its future with regard to education is discussed. (RAO)

Describes a simulation game designed to aid students in understanding the United States political pattern through a mock presidential nominating convention. Includes purpose, setting, time allotment, roles, game plan, and several speeches. (CK)

Describes a computer simulation model developed to provide information on the number of terminals or readers needed in the advent of microfilm or computerized catalogs in libraries. Systems with two to 14 terminals are simulated, and decision variables include average patron waiting time, number of patrons lost, and average terminal utilization.…

Describes simulation in a managerial economics course in which students were placed in the position of the top management team of a business firm and were required to make decisions in a number of functional areas: production, scheduling, pricing, budgeting, and government relations. (Author/KC)

While a computer simulation training course did not make student teachers significantly more able to give an informal reading inventory for elementary students, they were able to diagnose reading weaknesses more accurately. (JD)

The computer is used to simulate repetitions of games used in teaching expected value. Details of the games and the computer programs are given. (MP)

An educator argues that classroom use of simulations is a valuable method for studying social interaction. (Author/RM)

Presents an intuitive derivation of the point reactor equations followed by formulation of equations for inverse and direct kinetics which are readily programmed on a digital computer. Suggests several computer simulations involving the effect of control rod motion on reactor power. (MLH)

Reports the result of an experiment in a college level American Social Policy course to determine the effectiveness of a simulation as a teaching method which increases cognitive learning. Results are negative. Students attending lectures scored somewhat higher than students involved in the simulation. (Author/RM)

Describes an experiment which used a simulation approach to increase student motivation by combining career education with major written and oral goals of a business communication course. (KS)

Defines the concepts of simulation and creative drama within educational contexts and outlines six basic elements common to both concepts. Available from: Children's Theatre Review, American Theatre Association, 1029 Vermont Avenue, N.W. Suite 402, Washington, D.C. 20005. (MH)

The development of simulated case materials is presented as a training program and research problem. The simulated materials were designed to reflect extent of disability and level of risk in terms of successful outcome. Initial research findings and modifications for more automated training approaches are discussed. (Author)

Defines and demonstrates a framework for studying differential item functioning and differential test functioning for tests that are intended to be multidimensional. The procedure, which is illustrated with simulated data, is an extension of the unidimensional differential functioning of items and tests approach (N. Raju, W. van der Linden, and P.…

Developmental assessment centers focus on helping existing staff improve job performance. These centers are most effective when they combine clear, precise feedback with pragmatic, on-the-job follow-up, although they do cost more to operate. (SK)