Distance Education Delivery of an Intensive Simulation Based Course

Abstract

This paper describes the structure and learning outcomes of a rigorous and immersive Business Simulation course, including the planning for and execution of the integration of distance education and regular in-class students in a competitive environment. By using a web-based simulation and various communication technologies students inside and outside the classroom competed in a single industry and achieved common learning outcomes. Observed interactions, formal feedback and grade comparisons between the in-class and distance groups of students confirmed the trial’s success, providing the same depth of experience, realistic sense of competitiveness and intensive team interactions for all participants.