Simulation/Gaming and the Internet

Simulation/gaming is a widely used approach to experiential education. Computers and other tools (such as dice) have long been used in the design of simulation/games, but the Internet now provides an additional tool for developing these pedagogic environments. The Internet can be used to support and enable simulation/games designed to teach in a variety of disciplines (including cross-cultural communication, political negotiations, electronic commerce and medical diagnosis). This tutorial will examine some Internet-based tools which can be used to enable playable simulation/games. It will also look at examples of Web-based resources and forums which support designers and users of simulation/games.