The Power Station Game: A Study

Presents a description of the power station game as a simulation exercise topic in physics and society, namely the making of a decision which involves many aspects of technical knowledge. Discusses the results of evaluation of students' attitudes toward the game, and attributes that make simula...

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Published inPhysics Education Vol. 14; no. 1; p. 34
Main Author Millar, J. W. L
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published 01.01.1979
Subjects
Decision Making
Educational Games
Energy
Instruction
Management Games
Physics
Science Education
Secondary Education
Simulation
Teaching Methods
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Summary:Presents a description of the power station game as a simulation exercise topic in physics and society, namely the making of a decision which involves many aspects of technical knowledge. Discusses the results of evaluation of students' attitudes toward the game, and attributes that make simulation an attractive teaching option. (GA)