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FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Simulations and games have grown from rote drills using a computer to challenging learning experiences for students that hone problem-solving and critical thinking skills. They are fun for students, keep them engaged, and teach the foundational pieces of a lesson. What are the Advantages of Simulation in Teaching?

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Magic EdTech

AUGUST 20, 2019

Imagine if this level of passion and excitement can be diverted into learning!! Games have the potential to engage students in deep learning. Research has identified games as extremely powerful tools for modern-day teaching, learning, and assessments. Game based learning’ and ‘Gamification’.

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MARCH 24, 2015

Technology and the connected world put a fork in the old model of teaching–instructor in front of the class, sage on the stage, students madly taking notes, textbooks opened to the chapter being reviewed, homework as worksheets based on the text, tests regurgitating important facts. Did I miss anything? Our classrooms are more diverse.

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JANUARY 30, 2020

The use of simulation in education and training started in aviation training and medical field due to safety and cost considerations. Simulations as Learning Tools. Instructional simulations have the potential to engage students in deep learning. Today simulations are used in almost every discipline.

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