Playing Around: An Examination of Student and Faculty Experiences with a Virtual Classroom Simulation

• In Event: TED - Virtual Classroom Simulations: Examining their Impact on Learning Outcomes and Experiences in Teacher Education

Short Description

This study examined student and faculty experiences with a virtual classroom simulation in an education course. Participants included 23 students and one faculty member. Data consisted of faculty interviews, classroom observations, and student reflections. Data were analyzed using collaborative ground-up coding. Results indicated that both the faculty member and students perceived benefits from using the simulation, indicating that teacher education programs should consider the use of simulations to enhance face-to-face field experiences.

Authors

• Contributor: M. Elizabeth Azukas, East Stroudsburg University

• Contributor: Jessie Stavrou, East Stroudsburg University