REACTION: Let the games begin!
Upon reading Joel’s blog I felt that I agreed with both sides of his argument regarding the ASX simulation game . On one hand you could argue that using technology for such a practical, realistic learning experience is of major benefit to students. Not only can they experience a real life stock market in a virtual and more importantly risk free world, they can share their ideas and knowledge in a practical sense that will aid their learning and that of their peers. However, one could also say that this is just a game which loosely features the content of the syllabus and allows teachers to tick off their ICT task in their subject program.
My verdict is that, time permitting, there is no doubt the ASX simulation game has a place in the Business Studies or Economics classroom. Although such an activity should not lose sight of key concepts and necessary content. Teachers need to ensure that they carefully consider how much class time the game deserves. If the students really enjoy it, I can’t see any reason why this tech savvy generation couldn’t pursue it in their own time if they so desired.
October 26th, 2008 at 8:02 pm
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