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Promoting Role-Play Simulation Activities in Science-Based Modules

Promoting Role-Play Simulation Activities in Science-Based Modules

Lai Zee Wei, Wei Hsum Yap
Copyright: © 2020 |Pages: 17
ISBN13: 9781799814351|ISBN10: 1799814351|ISBN13 Softcover: 9781799814368|EISBN13: 9781799814375
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-1435-1.ch008
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MLA

Wei, Lai Zee, and Wei Hsum Yap. "Promoting Role-Play Simulation Activities in Science-Based Modules." Preparing 21st Century Teachers for Teach Less, Learn More (TLLM) Pedagogies, edited by Pradeep Kumar, et al., IGI Global, 2020, pp. 125-141. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-1435-1.ch008

APA

Wei, L. Z. & Yap, W. H. (2020). Promoting Role-Play Simulation Activities in Science-Based Modules. In P. Kumar, M. Keppell, & C. Lim (Eds.), Preparing 21st Century Teachers for Teach Less, Learn More (TLLM) Pedagogies (pp. 125-141). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-1435-1.ch008

Chicago

Wei, Lai Zee, and Wei Hsum Yap. "Promoting Role-Play Simulation Activities in Science-Based Modules." In Preparing 21st Century Teachers for Teach Less, Learn More (TLLM) Pedagogies, edited by Pradeep Kumar, Michael James Keppell, and Chee Leong Lim, 125-141. Hershey, PA: IGI Global, 2020. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-1435-1.ch008

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Abstract

Educators are facing the challenge of selecting appropriate tools that ensure positive learning outcomes and quality of learning compared to traditional classroom settings. Role-playing simulation is an exciting and motivating tool for engaging students in the activities that are to be presented in the classroom. This study aimed to demonstrate that role-playing simulation activities are a unique and creative tool in science-based modules and how to deploy this student-centred approach that empowers students to take learning into their own hands and apply it in an engaging context. Two science-based modules are selected for implementation of role-play and simulation activities. In these activities, students take on different roles, assuming the profile of a character or personality, to interact and participate in diverse and complex learning settings. Overall, student feedback was positive. Students can apply what they have learnt, create new connections, and reinforce the core concepts by putting them into practice in a fun and engaging context.

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