High-performance computing enables simulations to transform education

Davis, Kei; Gottschalk,

doi:10.1109/wsc.2007.4419873

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“…Web-enabling technologies can also be powerful educational tools to encourage collaborative learning about SCM. The recent emergence of online technologies such as social networking reflects the potential improvement in interaction between TLE students that high-quality virtual environments can offer (Davis et al, 2007). It has been argued that utilising web technology is an obvious choice when implementing new study materials to liven up lectures (Syrjakow et al, 2000), which is an obvious advantage in a sometimes very analytical subject such as SCM.…”

Section: Teaching Supply Chain Management Using Simulation Technologymentioning

confidence: 99%

Interactive learning: developing an eSimulation portal framework

Tobail

Crowe

Arisha

2016

The Irish Journal of Management

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IntroductionThe ability to learn, which can be defined as the acquisition of knowledge through cognitive processes that translate into new understandings, behaviours and skills (Moore et al., 2009), has always been the foundation of any successful society. In today's knowledge-driven society, such valuable understandings, which can be gained through education, are very important resources (Schleicher, 2003). The advances made in computer technology, coupled with the education sector's drive to take advantage of such advances, have given rise to the emerging eLearning paradigm, which is becoming increasingly evident across many academic disciplines, providing further support for the notion that learning processes are no longer only supported by traditional teaching methods. It can be argued that today's third level education (TLE) students are part of a new virtual generation, where blackboards and refill pads have been replaced by interactive white boards and laptops, as more interactive, animated and virtually orientated teaching aids assist the transition from traditional learning to eLearning.The main contribution of this paper is to create a framework to enable the examination of different innovative teaching technologies such as simulation through a web-based portal accessible from anywhere. First, we give an overview of TLE and its challenges from an Irish perspective. Second, we discuss innovations in teaching/ learning processes, with particular emphasis on simulation-based applications, using the complex field of supply chain management as our study field of knowledge. The advantages of utilising web-based technologies are then reviewed before the methodology of our portal framework is introduced and discussed in detail. The paper concludes with a conceptual overview of the portal framework, and outlines its potential future development into to a serious working TLE game. Abstract:The emerging eLearning paradigm is becoming increasingly used in many academic disciplines. The concept acknowledges learning processes that no longer deploy only traditional teaching methods. It can be argued that today's third level education students are part of a new virtual era where the blackboard has been replaced by the interactive whiteboard, so more interactive and virtually orientated teaching aids are required to assist in the transition from traditional learning to eLearning. The key objective of this paper is to propose a simulation-based learning framework that integrates web-based simulation and a web content management hierarchy model. Using the highly complex subject of supply chain management as a field of study, the newly developed eSimulation tool allows users to examine various management strategies in real-life scenarios, encourages group work and offers remote access capabilities for distance learning. Interactive learning is facilitated using a web-based portal, enabling instructors to demonstrate the complexity of decisions in multiple criteria environments and also demonstrate the impact of various ...

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Section: Teaching Supply Chain Management Using Simulation Technologymentioning

confidence: 99%

Interactive learning: developing an eSimulation portal framework

Tobail

Crowe

Arisha

2016

The Irish Journal of Management

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“…Davis et al [16] shows the use of web application for games as a quality educational tool also for the supply chain, which encourages collaborative learning. The development of online technologies, particularly social networks, including improvements in the form of interaction between students that can be made into high-quality virtual environments [17], besides the advantage of being cheaper than simulation through softwares [14].…”

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“…Accordingly, the optimization model for the logistics process of supply was developed by the objective function (9), by the variable inventory control of raw material (10) and restrictions need of raw material (11), by the security level (12), by the availability of transport modal (13) and the supply provider (14). The model of logistic distribution process was developed with the object-formula (15), with restrictions demand (16), the quantity of products per day and customer city (17) and availability of the mode of transport (18).…”

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Simulation and Optimization Models in a Business Game for Decision-Making in Logistics Processes

Butzke

Alberton

Visentainer

et al. 2016

IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology

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Business games using simulation and optimization models can help users to find out solutions to complex management problems and develop critical and strategic thinking skills. The main goal of this paper is to present the application of a business game provided with a simulation and optimization model for decision-making in logistics processes, including total cost, calculated results of costs and trade-offs involved in the logistics business operations. Furthermore, it is expected that the developed models can contribute to the use of business games in teaching and learning process with a focus on professional preparation of students for the labor market. In the end, it is observed that this tool may be useful for training professionals and students.

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“…The use of web-enabling technologies can also be used as a powerful educational tool in SCM to encourage collaborative learning. The recent emergence of online technologies such as social networking reflects the potential improvements in interaction between students that can be made through the use of high-quality virtual environments (Davis, Gottschalk, and Davis 2007). It is argued that utilizing web technology is an obvious decision when implementing new study materials to liven up lectures (Syrjakow, Berdux, and Szczerbicka 2000).…”

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Learning by gaming: Supply chain application

Tobail¹,

Crowe²,

Arisha³

2011

Proceedings of the 2011 Winter Simulation Conference (WSC)

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Today's third level students are of a virtual generation, where online interactive multi-player games, virtual reality and simulations are a part of everyday life, making gaming and simulation a very important catalyst in the learning process. Teaching methods have to be more innovative to help students understand the complexity of decisions within dynamic supply chain environment. Interactive simulation games have the potential to be an efficient and enjoyable means of learning. A serious interactive business game, Automobile Supply Chain Management Game (AUSUM), has been introduced in this paper. Using theories learnt in class as a knowledge base, participants have to develop effective supply chain partnership strategy to enhance their supply chain networks. Deploying the game over the web encourages student interaction and group work. Most importantly the game will enable students to fundamentally grasp the impact of strategic decisions on other parts and players of the supply chain network.

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High-performance computing enables simulations to transform education

Cited by 6 publications

References 9 publications

Interactive learning: developing an eSimulation portal framework

Interactive learning: developing an eSimulation portal framework

Simulation and Optimization Models in a Business Game for Decision-Making in Logistics Processes

Learning by gaming: Supply chain application

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