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Experiential Learning: Examination of Factors Affecting Use and Outcomes.
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LaVan, Helen; Carley, Cameron – Simulation and Games, 1984
A study designed to determine the extent of improvement in performance as a result of a structured experiential learning situation assessed particular techniques for reinforcing learning in a personnel administration class. Confidence in knowledge scores increased from pretest to posttest for most students, but only some knowledge scores…
Descriptors: Business Education, Confidence Testing, Experiential Learning, Higher Education
External Simulations as Teaching Devices: The Model United Nations.
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Hazleton, William A.; Mahurin, Ronald P. – Simulation and Games, 1986
Survey data from two intercollegiate Model United Nations (UN) conferences, pretest data, and results of open-ended questionnaires from one delegation are utilized to identify and explain important elements in the student preparation stage, the Model UN simulation, and possible educational benefits of participation. (MBR)
Descriptors: Behavioral Objectives, Experiential Learning, Higher Education, International Relations
Simulations and Anxiety Related to Public Speaking.
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Jones, Ken – Simulation and Games, 1986
Clarifies definitions of simulation, game, drama, and exercise, and describes a study of 17- to 19-year-old students which was designed to determine their public speaking anxiety level after using seven classroom simulations to prepare them for the experience. Students' personal development and behavior throughout the experience are discussed.…
Descriptors: Anxiety, Behavior Change, Definitions, Foreign Countries