Suggests that the most effective way to motivate student enthusiasm and interest in the social studies classroom is through the use of educational simulations. Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of simulations, and presents three of the most effective commercial simulations available today. (DB)

The use of simulation games has not been demonstrated to be a highly effective instructional method. (Author)

The author lists the objectives of simulations and briefly mentions the types of games available and how they may be used in the classroom. (AG)

Grade nine level students in Canadian studies are introduced to and immersed in the major "crises" affecting Quebec and Canada during the Quiet Revolution and to the present day in this simulation exercise. Students are asked to come to grips with the central problems of Quebec in crisis. (RM)

Provides instructions for a simulation which illustrates the concept of cultural assimilation. The game draws a parallel with problems faced by cultural minorities in Canada. Two groups, each with different culture, values, and priorities must reach a decision over the construction of a pipeline. (Author/KC)

This article provides a brief, select, annotated bibliography of guides and background materials on simulation games. (DE)

Provides a fundamental overview of conflict resolution, suggests a teaching plan to implement conflict resolution in a classroom, and recommends various classroom activities that illustrate conflict resolution techniques. (HOD)

In this classroom activity secondary students determine conditions present at the onset of the Civil War to understand some of the basic reasons why the Union and Confederacy employed certain strategies designed to win the war. Students are assigned the role of a general and they work in groups to analyze graphs and maps and develop military…

This article describes and presents a simulation game about pregnancy utilized in a senior college class on human sexuality. (RC)

Describes a simulated model office to replicate various insurance occupations set up in Greenfield High School, Wisconsin. Local insurance agents and students from other disciplines, such as distributive education, are involved in the simulation. The training is applicable to other business office positions, as it models not only an insurance…

Literature is cited to illustrate skills improvement in the simulation environment. (Author)

Briefly reviews several studies on the effectiveness of simulation games and reports an investigation examining the effectiveness of a simulation game designed to incorporate learning activities at three hierarchial levels suggested by Taba. (BR)

The use of simulation is discussed, including its effectiveness in generating environmental awareness and an environmental ethic in the student. Two simulation activities are described. (RE)

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)

Presents a model to help teachers and students develop effective simulations. (Author/AV)