25 Oct Cloud Simulation Training

Today, the average human attention span is eight seconds. It’s more important than ever to choose the type of training that keeps individuals focused, engaged and involved – maximizing the retention of what has been learned. Traditional educational methods of lecture, discussion, and demonstration do not provide an optimal environment for practical experience. Individuals must be provided the opportunity to practice and experience the learned concepts first-hand.

The use of simulation techniques has been found to be an effective approach for creating experiential learning environments in adult education. Simulations are first and foremost created environments designed to foster activity, interpretation, and understanding. During a simulation, individuals unconsciously process all types of information: facts, emotions, strategies, outcomes, relationships, feelings, and much more.

Today, computer-based simulation is used in many fields of study, industry, and education. A computer simulation is a program that models some aspect of the world, either real or hypothetical, enabling levels of experimentation, discovery, role modelling, and practice.

An example of a simulation technology is Praxis, an on-line, team-based learning system that focuses on decision-making simulations. Praxis was created through research and development by the Justice Institute of British Columbia’s (JIBC). A cornerstone of the JIBC’s educational philosophy is the use of practical, simulation-based learning. Praxis was originally developed for the public safety sector; however, it has evolved into a highly-effective, experiential e-learning solution appropriate for virtually any sector.

For more information, check out www.praxissim.com