Simulation

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Definition

• A simulation is usually a software program that allows learn something about a given object of interest by "playing" with parameters of a model ("What happens if I do this" ? ... and later, "why did this happen ?").

• A simulation is an imitation of some real device, state of affairs or process. Simulation attempts to represent certain features of the behavior of a physical or abstract system by the behavior of another system ( Wikipedia:Simulation)

See also: Microworlds.

References

• Ingrid Schönwald, Dieter Euler, Albert Angehrn, Sabine Seufert (2006). EduChallenge Learning Scenarios, Designing and Evaluating Learning Scenarios with a Team-Based Simulation on Change Management in Higher Education, SCIL Report 8, January 2006. [1]

• Jacques, D. (1995). Games, simulations and case studies: A review. In: D. Sauders (Ed.), The simulation and

gaming yearbook. Volume 3. Games and simulations for business. London: Kogan.