Multimedia Simulations
Emerging technologies that call for the use of computer software, websites, and other multimedia resources not only inspire participation but can also help students meet technology application standards and help teachers develop an effective learning environment. Multimedia simulations can offer many benefits to the learning process and successfully prepare students for the real world by improving motivation, facilitating transfer of learning, enhancing learning efficiency, and providing a safe and controllable simulated real-life experience. In other words, simulations provide teachers with the opportunity to offer students the best education possible.
Examples of educational simulations:
This simulation allows students to perform virtual dissections to learn about anatomy without the expense and equipment required for physical dissection labs. The simulations include 3-D manipulation, microscopes, x-rays, injectors, and audio narration.
http://www.froguts.com/flash_content/index.html
This is a comprehensive human anatomy visualization tool. It includes 3D models of over 1,700 anatomical structures.
http://www.visiblebody.com/start
This simulation teaches students economic and financial concepts they will use for the rest of their lives. It gives them the chance to invest a hypothetical $100,000 in an on-line portfolio.
http://www.smg2000.org/
Real Lives helps students understand and appreciate cultural diversity by giving them the opportunity to experience how people really live in other countries.
http://www.educationalsimulations.com/products.html
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