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Lunetta, Vincent N.; Peters, Harold J. – Curriculum Review, 1985
Defines the term "simulation"; discusses role of instructional simulations, particularly computer-based; describes what constitutes an effective simulation and its appropriate use; and reviews several specific examples of computer simulations, emphasizing nature and quality of student interaction with the model. (MBR)
Descriptors: Business, Computer Simulation, Computer Software, Definitions
Choi, Wook – Educational Technology, 1997
Scenario refers to specific courses of action/events occurring within computer simulations and attempting to recreate lifelike situations. This article identifies critical features and their elements in designing effective scenarios in computer-based instructional simulations: (1) sequence; (2) operating procedures; (3) characteristics of…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs, Computer Simulation
Erisman, Albert M.; Neves, Kenneth W. – Scientific American, 1987
Discusses ways that supercomputers are being used in the manufacturing industry, including the design and production of airplanes and automobiles. Describes problems that need to be solved in the next few years for supercomputers to assume a major role in industry. (TW)
Descriptors: Aerospace Industry, Aviation Technology, Computer Graphics, Computer Oriented Programs
