Discusses a model that demonstrates the value of using computer simulation for planning in the management of a microcomputer resource laboratory. It allows a clear understanding of relationships between possible acquisition decisions and the ability of the laboratory to serve the needs of faculty and students effectively. (JOW)

Describes a two-dimensional sand-tank model that illustrates the influence of ground slope on tile drain discharge and the movement of groundwater in general. The model can be used to demonstrate the effect of topography on sub-surface water movement in agricultural catchments, thus it is a useful hydrological teaching aid. (Author/BSR)

Wittgenstein's view about communicating meanings forms the basis for an examination of the Society for the Advancement of Games and Simulations in Education and Training's (SAGSET) definitions of games, simulations, and simulation games. The question of whether usage can be made consistent to ease communication with SAGSET nonmembers is addressed.…

A simulation that helps secondary students to distinguish between nominal and real dollar values is presented. It was designed for use as part of a junior or senior high school US history unit on life at the beginning of the twentieth century. (RM)

Four mentally retarded adolescent females participated in a program for assessment and training of independent menstrual care skills. Results of a multiple baseline analysis indicated that subjects emitted few correct responses during baseline probes, but showed consistent improvements that corresponded to the introduction of training.…

Describes how electronic games can help students of varying abilities in building hypotheses and in designing and conducting experiments. Reviews two simulation programs and provides suggestions for classroom instruction. (ML)

Immediately following a lecture discussion on early hominid characteristics and behavior, students participate in a laboratory study of bipedal locomotion based on an analysis of footprints. The development and use of this simulation are described. (JN)

The rationale for using simulations is that the student takes an active role in learning. By being active participants, they gain insight into the reality the simulation model presents. (MLW)

Details specific methods for preparing students for employment interviews, emphasizing the paramount importance of interpersonal communication skills. (SK)

Discusses development of an analog simulation program for microcomputers similar to those available on mainframe computers. The program is interactive, more user-friendly than batch mode mainframe simulators in use, and has user help, error detection, and medium resolution graphics for presentation of system responses. (JN)

Describes "Mediaville Management Game," a role-playing simulation in which students write and produce spots, buy and sell time and space, and develop management skills. (PD)

Investigated the use of in basket simulation as a laboratory for administrator training, explored the effect of an audiotutorial decision curriculum on decision-making proficiency, and examined the effect of the training methodology on administrator's attitudes toward the constructs initiating structure and consideration. Assessed students'…

Reactions of 33 college students to audiotaped speech samples of simulated moderate speech disorder of stuttering, hypernasality, and lateral lisping, as well as normal speech were measured. The students reacted to the speech disorders with a tendency of increased social distance in addition to judgments of lower evaluation, lower…

Computer simulation provides an effective vehicle for teaching many concepts, especially in probability and statistics. Described is a simulation for the applicability of the t distribution to the estimation of a population mean when the standard deviation of the population is unknown. (MNS)

Development of a robot simulation program based on geometric transformation softwares available in most computer graphics systems and program features are described. The program can be extended to simulate robots coordinating with external devices (such as tools, fixtures, conveyors) using geometric transformations to describe the…