Real-Time Diagnostics of Problem-Solving Behavior for Business Simulations
René Molkenthin, Klaus Breuer, Robert D. Tennyson · 2017
Business simulations are based on a computational model that represents the complexity and dynamics of business structures and concepts. This chapter describes the basic concept of the diagnostics within a prototype of a Web-based business simulation labeled solarSYDUS. The traditional concept of using business simulations can be divided into three phases: briefing, simulation or gaming, and debriefing. The three phases are usually moderated and supported by one or more teachers. For the development and testing of a microadaptation mode, a prototype of a Web-based business simulation has been developed at the University of Mainz. The business simulation is called solarSYDUS and represents an enterprise that produces and sells solar panels in a simulated market. There are two modes of dealing with solarSYDUS available for which the tasks can be embedded. The first mode supports the exploration process to get the necessary structural knowledge about the model. The second mode focuses on controlling an enterprise by actively making decisions.