Title :
SimSketch: Multiagent Simulations Based on Learner-Created Sketches for Early Science Education
Author :
Bollen, Lars ; van Joolingen, W.R.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Instructional Technol., Univ. of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
Abstract :
This paper presents an approach to create simulations of science phenomena based on sketches. SimSketch, an integrated drawing and modeling tool, allows students to create sketches and apply behaviors to elements of their drawing. A multiagent simulation engine interprets and executes the model, thus building an intuitively usable and motivating learning environment to build and explore simulations of scientific phenomena.
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; multi-agent systems; natural sciences computing; SimSketch tool; drawing element; early science education; integrated drawing-and-modeling tool; learner-created sketch; learning environment; multiagent simulation engine; scientific phenomenon; Decision support systems; Computers and education; Decision support systems; animation; modeling methodologies; multiagent systems; simulation languages;
Journal_Title :
Learning Technologies, IEEE Transactions on
