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Computer Simulations and Scientific Knowledge Construction
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Author(s):
Athanassios Jimoyiannis (University of Peloponnese, Greece)
Copyright:
2011
Pages:
18
Source title:
Gaming and Simulations: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications
Source Author(s)/Editor(s):
Information Resources Management Association
(USA)
DOI:
10.4018/978-1-60960-195-9.ch104
Keywords:
Information Science Reference
/
Media & Communications
/
Multimedia Technology
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Abstract
In this article, the basic characteristics of scientific and educational simulations are discussed. Research findings which support their educational effectiveness are presented, and emphasis is placed on the pedagogical issues of designing and using simulation environments aiming at facilitating students’ engagement and active knowledge construction.
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