3. Definition
It is a representation or model of an
event,
an
object,
or
some
phenomenon. A computerized model
of a real or imagined system designed
to teach how a certain system or a
similar one works.(Dictionary .com)
4. “Simulation “creates an environment
resembling real life situation which help
the student to practice and gain
experience as in a real life situation so
that they can practice confidently when
they exposed to real life situation.(s.
shankara narayanan)
6. Types of simulations
1.Simulation exercises(eg.computer
programmed problem solving,online test)
2.Simulation game.(computer games)
3.Role playing (a form of drama in which learners
spontaneously act out roles in an interaction
involving problem challenges in real life
situation
13. Role of a teacher
1.Planning
2.Facilitating
3.debriefing
14. Advantages of simulations
1.Establishes a system where theory and practice can
be combined
2.Simulations requires active participants
3 no physical and psychological harm
4.Controlled setting where evaluation is successful
5.Motivates the students
6.Removal of student teacher polarization
7.Removal personal tension in teaching
8.Dynamic framework
15. Disadvantages of simulation
1.Simulations cannot be made in all subjects of the
curriculum
2.Simulations cannot be conveniently used in case of
small children because mechanism is too complex
them to follow
3.Simulations reduces the seriousness
4.Expensive
5.Time consuming
