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Transforming Technology Management Courses For Web Delivery, Wayne Wakeland Jan 2001

Transforming Technology Management Courses For Web Delivery, Wayne Wakeland

Systems Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper explores the ramifications of using web technology in teaching technology management courses, computer-based modeling and simulation courses in particular. The emphasis is on what works, but disappointments are also mentioned. Web technology is being used to supplant lectures with self-paced materials and lab exercises that enable students to take courses remotely and asynchronously. Web-based exams are also discussed.


Teaching Systems Science In High School Compared To Graduate School, Wayne W. Wakeland Jan 2000

Teaching Systems Science In High School Compared To Graduate School, Wayne W. Wakeland

Systems Science Faculty Publications and Presentations

This paper compares System Dynamic models built by graduate students to those built by high school students. The motivation behind this comparison is to explore the question: "How effectively is feedback-oriented system dynamics being taught in secondary schools compared to graduate school?" The paper will also speculate regarding implications for other systems concepts.