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Using Simulation to Study Complex Problem Solving: A Review of Studies in the FRG.
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Funke, Joachim – Simulation and Games, 1988
Reviews current research topics relating to computer simulations in German-speaking countries that emphasize problem solving and decision making. Topics discussed include the number of independent variables; studies that focus on personality characteristics; studies that focus on situational characteristics; and suggestions for further research…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Decision Making, Foreign Countries, Personality Traits
The Effects of Social Structure and Mobility on Attitudes and Behavior in a Simulated Society.
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Dukes, Richard L.; Mattley, Christine L. – Simulation and Games, 1986
The effect of class position on mobility, perceptions, and behavior in society is investigated using a game based on the STARPOWER simulation. Two versions are used, one representing an achievement-oriented society and one a society based on ascription. Results of the games and the value of simulation as a research method are discussed. (LRW)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Predictor Variables, Research Methodology, Simulation
Using Simulations to Investigate Management Decision Making.
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Prohaska, Charles R.; Frank, Ellen J. – Simulation and Games, 1990
Describes a pilot investigation that used a computer-based total enterprise simulation as a research methodology for studying management decision making with students in an MBA program. Discussion of performance criteria highlights return on investment (ROI) as the best measure of group performance, and future research needs are suggested. (eight…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Decision Making
Level of Identification as a Predictor of Attitude Change.
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Williams, Robert H.; Williams, Sharon Ann – Simulation and Games, 1987
Discussion of conditions under which simulation games promote changes in attitudes focuses on identification theory as a predictor of attitude change. Incentive theory and cognitive dissonance theory are discussed, and a study of community college students is described that tested the role of identification in changing attitudes. (LRW)
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Attitude Change, Cognitive Dissonance, Community Colleges
Team Cohesion Effects on Business Game Performance.
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Wolfe, Joseph; Box, Thomas M. – Simulation and Games, 1988
Discussion of teamwork and group decision making focuses on study of undergraduates conducted to identify the variables that affect team cohesion in a business game. A literature review on small groups and business games is presented, hypotheses tested are described, discriminant analyses are explained, and suggestions for further research are…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Decision Making, Discriminant Analysis, Factor Analysis
A Study of the Relationship between Student Final Exam Performance and Simulation Game Participation.
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Whiteley, T. R.; Faria, A. J. – Simulation and Games, 1989
Describes study that investigated the relationship between participation in a business simulation game and performance on a final exam in a principles of marketing course. Past research on business games is reviewed; the use of midterm exam performance level as a pretest variable is explained; and question classification is described. (44…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Business Administration Education, Comparative Analysis, Educational Games
The Prediction of Simulation Performance as It Is Affected by Time.
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Gosenpud, Jerry – Simulation and Games, 1989
This discussion of research methodologies and performance prediction in business simulations describes a study of undergraduates that considered time in the prediction of simulation performance, and explored how relationships between performance and its antecedents vary over the simulation's duration. Hypotheses tested are explained and results of…
Descriptors: Business Administration Education, Correlation, Educational Games, Higher Education
Simulating the Classroom with Media and Computers: Past Efforts, Future Possibilities.
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Smith, Peter E. – Simulation and Games, 1987
Reviews research and development in media and computer based classroom simulations, emphasizing feasibility and reliability, presentation modes, and benefits. Areas of further study are highlighted, including transfer of training, degree of realism necessary, and correlation with instructional theories; specific variables for study are also…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Educational Research, Feasibility Studies
A Comparison of the Performance, Behaviors, and Analysis Strategies of MBA versus BBA Students in a Simulation Environment.
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Hemmasi, Masoud; And Others – Simulation and Games, 1989
Describes study that determined differences between Masters of Business Administration (MBA) students and Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) students through the use of a computerized management simulation. Performance, behavioral, and attitudinal measures are described, hypotheses tested are outlined, variables are explained, and results…
Descriptors: Analysis of Variance, Bachelors Degrees, Business Administration Education, Comparative Analysis