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Leveraging Simulation-Based Learning Environments to Support Science Practices

Sat, April 5, 8:15 to 9:45am, Convention Center, Floor: 100 Level, 113B

Session Type: Symposium

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The Framework for K-12 Science Education sets high expectations for students to not only learn science concepts, but also to be able to flexibly apply this knowledge in authentic settings. The framework requires new instructional resources that move beyond textbook instruction that emphasizes facts and fails to provide students with engaging opportunities to participate in true science practices. Computer-based simulation environments that allow students to carry out open-ended explorations and solve authentic problems have shown great promise as tools for helping students acquire knowledge, skills and motivation for science. In the current session, researchers will present iterative design processes and research findings for simulation-based learning environments that aim to teach and assess core concepts, science practices and cross-cutting scientific concepts.

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