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Energy and water resource simulations for U.S. geography undergraduates.
- Source :
- Journal of Geography in Higher Education; Feb2019, Vol. 43 Issue 1, p40-55, 16p
- Publication Year :
- 2019
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Abstract
- This paper describes environmental systems games developed for energy and water resource use designed to be adaptable from high school to undergraduate use. Two of the games are computer simulations with adjustable levels of difficulty that can be done in a computer lab or as a homework assignment. The third is a peer-to-peer roleplayer game designed for an immersive in-class simulation. For the energy and the peer-to-peer water games, we describe (1) the overall strategy or story line adopted, (2) the manner in which the game is played by students in a classroom setting, (3) the use of scientific literature in conceptualizing and parameterizing the game, and (4) possible game extensions. Preliminary data from use at the undergraduate level shows that the games are very well-received by students and, consistent with other research on quasi-experimental simulations, likely enhance learning outcomes. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- WATER supply
POWER resources
GEOGRAPHY
UNDERGRADUATES
COMPUTER simulation
GAMES
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03098265
- Volume :
- 43
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Geography in Higher Education
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 135309041
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/03098265.2018.1554629