Assessment of Problem Solving Using Simulations


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This volume explores the application of computer simulation technology to measurement issues in education -- especially as it pertains to problem based learning. Whereas most assessments related to problem solving are based on expensive and time consuming measures (i.e., think-aloud protocols or performance assessments that require extensive human rater scoring), this book relies on computerization of the major portion of the administration, scoring, and reporting of problem-solving assessments. It is appropriate for researchers, instructors and graduate students in educational assessment, educational technology, and educational psychology.




Model-Based Approaches to Learning


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Model-Based Approaches to Learning provides a new perspective called learning by system modeling. This book explores the learning impact of students when constructing models of complex systems.










Simulation and Computational Red Teaming for Problem Solving


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An authoritative guide to computer simulation grounded in a multi-disciplinary approach for solving complex problems Simulation and Computational Red Teaming for Problem Solving offers a review of computer simulation that is grounded in a multi-disciplinary approach. The authors present the theoretical foundations of simulation and modeling paradigms from the perspective of an analyst. The book provides the fundamental background information needed for designing and developing consistent and useful simulations. In addition to this basic information, the authors explore several advanced topics. The book’s advanced topics demonstrate how modern artificial intelligence and computational intelligence concepts and techniques can be combined with various simulation paradigms for solving complex and critical problems. Authors examine the concept of Computational Red Teaming to reveal how the combined fundamentals and advanced techniques are used successfully for solving and testing complex real-world problems. This important book: • Demonstrates how computer simulation and Computational Red Teaming support each other for solving complex problems • Describes the main approaches to modeling real-world phenomena and embedding these models into computer simulations • Explores how a number of advanced artificial intelligence and computational intelligence concepts are used in conjunction with the fundamental aspects of simulation Written for researchers and students in the computational modelling and data analysis fields, Simulation and Computational Red Teaming for Problem Solving covers the foundation and the standard elements of the process of building a simulation and explores the simulation topic with a modern research approach.




Modeling and Problem Solving Techniques for Engineers


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Summary: "Today, the majority of engineers in many varied fields must utilize CAD/CAM systems in their work, but due to the increasing number and sophistication of programs and methods available, no one engineer can possibly be an expert in all of them. This book will help, by offering a detailed and comprehensive survey of all the leading computer-aided engineering methods, effectively providing a map to this sometimes confusing world. It is especially written for design and production engineers practicing in the modern industrial environment, where design, analysis, manufacturing planning, production planning and computer controlled equipment programming are all governed by CAD/CAM systems. The authors, who are engineering professors as well as IT professionals, clearly explain concepts, approaches, principles, and practical methods in purposefully IT-jargon free language, so that engineers will not get lost in a tangle of acronyms. It profides basic theoretical background and examines the relative value of various competitive computer-aided engineering methods, so that engineers will feel confident in making design tool choices, without having to become specialists in the development issues surrounding each system"--Back cover.







Problem Solving with Cases and Simulations


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This volume produced by WACRA (World Association for Case Method Research & Application) presents papers on "Problem Solving with Cases & Simulations" in a Teaching-Learning Environment. Contributions from around the world (Europe, North & South America, Africa, Asia, Australia) explore & discuss the latest developments in design, production, implementation, research, evaluation, & pedagogical innovations using cases, simulations & games. Disciplines represented include Business, Communication, Education, Engineering, Industrial (Professional) Training, Medicine, Psychology, Strategic Policy Planning, Sociology, Social Sciences. Among others, Romiszovski (USA) proposes a structural communication methodology to assist students in dealing with unstructured problems, while Klabbers (Netherlands) suggests that games & simulations are appropriate means to tackle complex problems. Barnes (Harvard) responds to "How do concepts - concepts or theories of leadership - influence design, & teaching, of a course. Is there any relationship between Case Method Leadership & the leadership concept we try to transfer into our course designs?" Dutch Educational Centers introduce a case course concept based on different learning theories. On-going research reports, applications, case (simulation) development & writing & practical information about Case Method Organizations, Publications & Clearing Houses, worldwide, are also included. (1989 & 1988 volumes: ISBN 1-877868-01-9; 1-877868-00-0)




Introduction To Computer Simulations For Integrated Stem College Education


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This book is written to introduce computer simulations to undergraduate college students, freshmen to seniors, in STEM fields. The book starts with concepts from Basic Mathematics: Geometry, Algebra and Calculus, Properties of Elementary Functions (Polynomials, Exponential, Hyperbolic and Trigonometric Functions) are studied and simple differential equations representing these functions are derived. Numerical approximations of first and second order differential equations are studied in terms of finite differences on uniform grids. Computer solutions are obtained via recursive relations or solutions of simultaneous algebraic equations. Comparisons with the exact solutions (known a priori) allow the calculations of the error due to discretization. After the students build confidence in this approach, more problems where the solutions are not known a priori are tackled with applications in many fields. Next, the book gradually addresses linear differential equations with variable coefficients and nonlinear differential equations, including problems of bifurcation and chaos.Applications in Dynamics, Solid Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Chemical Reactions, and Combustion are included. Biographies of 50 pioneering mathematicians and scientists who contributed to the materials of the book are briefly sketched, to shed light on the history of these STEM fields.Finally, the main concepts discussed in the book, are summarized to make sure that the students do not miss any of them. Also, references for further readings are given for interested readers.




Simulation


Book Description

Simulation analysis and decision making - Elements of simulation analysis - Developing simulation models - Simulation languages for modeling - Analytic models and simulation - Data collection and analysis - Random numbers and random variate generation - Model verification and validation - Output analysis - Model experimentation and optimization - Implementation of simulation results.