Simulations as Scaffolds in Science Education

• Main Authors: Renken, Maggie (Author), Peffer, Melanie (Author), Otrel-Cass, Kathrin (Author), Girault, Isabelle (Author), Chiocarriello, Augusto (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2016.
• Series: SpringerBriefs in Educational Communications and Technology,
• Subjects: Education.; Educational technology.; Science education.; Educational Technology.; Learning & Instruction.; Science Education.

This book outlines key issues for addressing the grand challenges posed to educators, developers, and researchers interested in the intersection of simulations and science education. To achieve this, the authors explore the use of computer simulations as instructional scaffolds that provide strategi...