Levels in Simulation Design
According to the Encyclopedia of Educational Technology here are the 5 Levels of Simulation Design. Let’s start at the top…
Level 5: The Full Simulation
The most complex type of simulation design offering the trainee a fully immersive environment with all paths and options available.
Level 4: Multiple Input Paths
A more realistic type of simulation that offers the trainee/ learner the ability to gain a deeper understanding of more complex material presented.
Level 3: Data Input
Data entry or button choices highlight this level of simulation design. This method does offer a higher level of realism.
Level 2: Point and Click
This would be comparable to generic types of E-Learning simulation scenarios, just point and click. Nothing too complicated here folks!
Level 1: Screen Capture
Useful when doing an overview on a specific procedure, no real user interaction takes place on this level.
*Image courtesy of the Encyclopedia of Educational Technology
