The ongoing and open-ended simulation
Cohen, Alexander
The ongoing and open-ended simulation created by Alexander Cohen - Journal on excellence in college teaching Volume 27, number 1 , .
This case study explores a novel form of classroom simulation that differs from published examples in two important respects. First, it is ongoing. While most simulations represent a single learning episode embedded within a course, the ongoing simulation is a continuous set of interrelated events and decisions that accompany learning throughout the semester. Second, it is open-ended, so that students are free to experiment with an infinite quantity of strategies and actions. Student data demonstrates how this simulation positively contributes to learning, engagement, and retention. Finally, tools useful in building and managing such a simulation are discussed.
1052-4800
Classroom techniques--Simulation--Case studies
LB1778 JOU
The ongoing and open-ended simulation created by Alexander Cohen - Journal on excellence in college teaching Volume 27, number 1 , .
This case study explores a novel form of classroom simulation that differs from published examples in two important respects. First, it is ongoing. While most simulations represent a single learning episode embedded within a course, the ongoing simulation is a continuous set of interrelated events and decisions that accompany learning throughout the semester. Second, it is open-ended, so that students are free to experiment with an infinite quantity of strategies and actions. Student data demonstrates how this simulation positively contributes to learning, engagement, and retention. Finally, tools useful in building and managing such a simulation are discussed.
1052-4800
Classroom techniques--Simulation--Case studies
LB1778 JOU