Student Perceptions of Simulation Games and Training Software on Improving Course Learning Objectives and Career Preparedness

Scott D. Parrott, Joey Mehlhorn and Kelly Davidson

No 119746, 2012 Annual Meeting, February 4-7, 2012, Birmingham, Alabama from Southern Agricultural Economics Association

Abstract: Online simulation and training games were used in two undergraduate courses in agribusiness to help improve student understanding and course objectives. Students responded positively to the teaching activities. The activities also extended the out of class learning environment.

Keywords: Teaching/Communication/Extension/Profession (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 12
Date: 2012
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.119746

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