By building the simulation exercise around something like the Vietnam war or the situation in Eastern Europe or the Middle East conflict, the undergraduate social science student will become familiar with important current international issues during the semester at the same time he is preparing for simulation at the end of the semester.…

Games provide a stimulating environment for language use and help bridge the gap between the student's world and the world of fiction. (Author/SP)

A computer model designed to provide administrators faced with the problem of meeting demands from many quarters for the available space" with information about the effects of changes in space availability is described. (Author/AA)

This study tested two alternative ways of stimulating noncollege bound youth to explore career opportunities: (1) a problem solving simulated occupational experience in appliance service and (2) a general career kit. Behavioral criteria were measured for both methods. Results show little differences in the way each method inspired exploration.…

Compared with students receiving tutorial assistance from teaching assistants and with those with no tutorial assistance, students using CAI programs achieved higher test scores, particularly in the areas of nomenclature, organic reactions, and organic syntheses. (AL)

Describes a simulation game utilizing a computer that serves as a planning tool for educational decisionmaking. (Author)

Describes several games currently available, how they relate to social studies objectives, and suggests further resources. (JB)

This article describes a structured game which: (1) created four competitive teams; (2) provided prompt feedback to teams; (3) set up simulated organizational groups within game structure (college placement offices and federal personnel departments); (4) role played campus interviews; (5) introduced realistic crisis situations; and (6) projected…

Describes a directory to simulations and games available for educational use, Guide to Simulation Games for Education and Training," edited by the authors; appears as Part II of a two-part supplement on simulation games. (Editor/SW)