Using Computer Simulation Methods to Teach Statistics: A Review of the Literature

This is one of the resources that I will use in writing my paper around using simulation in education.  

The teaching and learning of statistics has impacted the curriculum in elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education. Because of this growing movement to expand and include statistics into all levels of education, there is also a considerable interest in employing effective instructional methods, especially for statistics concepts that tend to be very difficult or abstract. Researchers have recommended using computer simulation methods (CSMs) to teach these concepts; however, a review of the literature reveals very little empirical research to support the recommendations. The purpose of this paper is to summarize and critically evaluate the literature on how CSMs are used in the statistics classroom and their potential impact on student achievement. The recommendation is that more empirically and theoretically grounded research studies are needed to determine if these methods improve student learning.

Using Simulation in Teaching in Learning

There are tons of research that supports a hands on learning experience to better solidify abstract concepts for our students.  I am starting research in the next few days on this matter and will post my disjointed and jointed findings and thoughts on this blog.  I will also write a paper on this matter and post a PowerPoint presentation as well.  Stay tuned!