Effective Learning Simulations: Principles and Methods
Discover the power of learning simulations in training with practical tips on creating engaging simulations that mimic real work scenarios. Explore the 5-Step Simulation method, simulation principles, and DIY vs. expert help approaches for simulation design.
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Practice makes perfect. Simulations make perfect practice. Put learners into the story with simulations
What are Simulations? Simulations for Learning = The Power of Story Good learning simulations: Put people into the action of a story Use scenarios that are relevant to the job Make the learner s decisions matter
What are Simulations? Simulations for Learning = The Power of Story Practice Simulation: Just having a learner do a task doesn t make the activity a simulation. Putting the practice into a meaningful scenario does! Tip: To turn skill practice into a simulation, add in the real-life challenges that the learners have to face as they perform the tasks on the job.
What Makes a Good Learning Simulation? Simulation Principles Make the simulation feel like real work Strip away excess complexity and focus on the key dynamic Make the situations, choices, and outcomes believable Allow choices to influence outcomes Keep the rules in the background
The 5-Step Simulation Method Simulations can be complicated. In order to make them as accessible as possible for trainers, we created the 5-Step Simulation method. Each 5-Step Simulation works like this: 1. Set the Stage 2. Start the Action 3. Handle the Challenge 4. Close the Scene 5. Reveal the Outcome 5-Step Simulations at Trainers Warehouse on CD-ROM
How to Create or Choose Simulations DIY Method Do it Yourself (DIY) Identify the skill and the situation Target a simulation for that scenario Use a pre-written simulation from 5-Step Simulations Use the Rapid Simulation Design template Write your own Prepare trainer and participant material
How to Create or Choose Simulations With Expert Help Get Expert Help Contact LearningSim Walk through a structured questionnaire with us Have us write a custom simulation that matches your exact needs Deliver for classroom, online, or blended programs
People need Different Things from DIY DIY Trainers DIY Instructional Designers Ready-to-use learning activities Simple and easy to use Pick a topic and run the activity Content and creative ideas Models, tools, and templates to make design faster Freedom to edit, customize, and create new material 5-Step Simulations can address both sets of needs
Want your simulations to be just right? Not too easy, not too hard. Not too big, not too small. Not too simple, not too complex. 5-Step Simulations from LearningSim can provide the power of simulations to help you enhance the engagement and impact of your training! Your learners are waiting! www.LearningSim.com
