Leveraging Simulation
By leveraging simulation for training purposes a company can reap a host of benefits, not the least of which is significant cost savings. The fundamental design goal of a computer generated decision simulation is to create the learning environment that is learner/ trainee centric. While specific characteristics of game design are employed within the simulation, authentic stories and scenarios are key in the believability that the training simulation itself promotes. Typically the trainee analyzes a situation presented within a simulation, makes a decision, and the simulation then provides feedback on that decision. By utilizing this cause and effect method the simulation aids in developing real-life knowledge and skills. This method of training has been proven to motivate learners and allow for you to actually “do something” in an immersive environment and more significantly provide the ability to practice high consequence/life threatening tasks all within a no-risk environment. Simulations are inherently highly experiential, no matter the application.
