Using an Agent-Based Modeling Simulation and Game to Teach Socio-Scientific Topics

Lori L. Scarlatos; Micha Tomkiewicz; Ryan Courtney

doi:10.55612/s-5002-019-006

Using an Agent-Based Modeling Simulation and Game to Teach Socio-Scientific Topics

Lori L. Scarlatos
, Micha Tomkiewicz
, Ryan Courtney

Technology and Society

City University of New York
Stony Brook University

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Abstract

In our modern world, where science, technology and society are tightly interwoven, it is essential that all students be able to evaluate scientific evidence and make informed decisions. Energy Choices, an agent-based simulation with a multiplayer game interface, was developed as a learning tool that models the interdependencies between the energy choices that are made, growth in local economies, and climate change on a global scale. This paper presents the results of pilot testing Energy Choices in two different settings, using two different modes of delivery.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	77-90
Number of pages	14
Journal	Interaction Design and Architecture(s)
Issue number	19
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.55612/s-5002-019-006
State	Published - Dec 2013

Keywords

agent-based simulation
climate change
general science education
multi-player games for learning
serious games

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