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A Gaming Approach to the Acid Rain Problem.
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Baba, Norio; And Others – Simulation and Games, 1984
Describes an educational microcomputer gaming system for dealing with the acid rain problem in Western Europe and discusses its objectives, rules, problems, and future perspectives. Usefulness of gaming as an operational aid in formulating appropriate energy policies worldwide is emphasized. (MBR)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Educational Games, Futures (of Society), Higher Education
Emphasizing Different Modes of Learning through a Configurable Business Simulation Game.
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Thavikulwat, Precha – Simulation and Games, 1988
Discussion of educational games that can be configured to accommodate changes in the structure of the game focuses on MANAGEMENT 500, a microcomputer-controlled prototype business simulation game. Three modes of learning that can be emphasized through a configurable simulation game are explained: learning by discovery, by perseverance, and by…
Descriptors: Business, Competition, Computer Simulation, Discovery Learning
The Second Revolution.
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Shirts, R. Garry – Simulation and Games, 1989
Discussion of the development of simulation and games for education focuses on future growth in educational, business, and entertainment applications that will be made possible through personal computers and other electronic tools. Highlights include the importance of participation; interactive programs; authoring programs; the design process; and…
Descriptors: Authoring Aids (Programing), Computer Simulation, Design, Educational Games
Using Simulation Models in Demonstrating Statistical Applications.
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Schuermann, Allen C.; Hommertzheim, Donald L. – Simulation and Games, 1983
Describes five statistical simulation programs developed at Wichita State University--Coin Flip and Raindrop, which demonstrate the binomial, Poisson, and other related distributions; Optimal Search; QSIM; and RANDEV, a random deviate generation program. Advantages of microcomputers over mainframes and the educational uses of models are noted.…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Graphics, Computer Programs, Engineering Education
Creative Play: An Alternative Use of the Computer in Education.
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Slesnick, Twila – Simulation and Games, 1983
Describes a computer curriculum for 7- to 12-year-old children which is designed to integrate the computer into multiple subject areas and stimulate the development and sharpening of critical-thinking skills. The course is divided into eight conceptual units, each containing educational computer games or simulations and some related off-line…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Discovery Learning
Total Enterprise Business Games.
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Keys, Bernard – Simulation and Games, 1987
Describes, compares, and evaluates 10 computer-scored business games that include marketing, finance, and production functions. Methods for depicting the economy and industry are discussed, a learning model is used to explain teaching qualities of the games, and their value in the classroom is emphasized. (LRW)
Descriptors: Business, Comparative Analysis, Decision Making, Economics
Communicating Insights from Complex Simulation Models: A Gaming Approach.
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Vennix, Jac A. M.; Geurts, Jac L. A. – Simulation and Games, 1987
Describes design principles followed in developing an interactive microcomputer-based simulation to study financial and economic aspects of the Dutch social security system. The main goals are to improve participants' insights into the formal simulation model, and to improve policy development skills. Plans for future research are also discussed.…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Developed Nations, Economic Factors, Foreign Countries