This document outlines several benefits of using simulation software in education, including compressing time to observe processes, allowing repetition with variations, and making dangerous experiments safe. However, it also notes some criticisms, such as simulations not being as effective as hands-on learning and the potential for inaccurate models. Overall, the document discusses how simulation software can enhance education if used as a supplement to traditional labs rather than a replacement.

2. • There is a realistic and accurate
representation of a system.
• Clear set of directions must be
present in the software; models
a real or imaginary system.

3. • Compress time- Students do not have
to wait for the living thing to grow and
develop its cycle in real time for this
can be presented in the simulation
software in just a couple minutes.

4. • Slow Down Processes- Events or
processes that happen that is invisible
to the human eye can actually be
played in slow motion to enable the
students to see how such event or
process happens in reality.

5. • Get Students Involved- The
participation of the students is
necessary for them to be able to
learn what may happen in a
particular situation.

6. • Make Experimentation Safe-
Simulation software is best in
keeping the students safe learning
some things like driving vehicles,
handling volatile substances, search
and rescue situation , etc.

7. • Make the Impossible Possible-
Walking on the moon, traveling to
the universe, witnessing the
volcanoes erupt, are just a few
examples of allowing the students to
experience the impossible and learn
the possible.

8. • Save Money and Other Resources-
Though learning by doing is the best
learning experience, simulation
software may still give rightful learning
experience at a fraction of the cost,
like dissecting animals, hardware unit,
and the like.

9. • Allow Repetition with Variations-
Simulations allow students to repeat
events many times as they like until they
master the lesson they wish to learn.
• Allow Observation of Complex Process-
Simulation software makes learning and
understanding of complex lessons and
processes easier for students to see what is
happening.

11. • Criticism of Virtual Lab Software-
Students may not get actual and quality
learning if real experiments will be taken
in substitute virtual labs than doing it in
hands-on labs.
• - Simulations can just be used as
supplements to regular labs.

12. • Accuracy of Models- Simulation software
may give inaccurate or imprecise
perspectives of subject matter.
• Real experience is still better than being
replaced by substituted learning experience

13. Misuse of Simulation- There is
possibility that students would
unlikely to develop effective
problem-solving skills due to plainly
mastering the activities given
simulation.