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Simulation - Welcome

Welcome to the Middle East Politics Simulation Homepage. The "Simulation" began as a technique of teaching Middle East Politics through the internet. In essence, it is an extended role-playing game conducted by e-mail and web site whereby students, divided into teams of two or three playing a Middle Eastern role, will respond to a likely scenario in order to further their interests.

This site is designed to cater for both participants and interested observors. We welcome inquiries from universities or similar organizations about partaking in a simulation, or about applying this technology to other fields.

The following information is available:

• Simulating the Art of the Possible
  Robyn Maher's article is another good introduction to simulations

• Teaching Middle East Politics by Interactive Computer Simulation
  John Shepherd and Andrew Vincent present a more detailed discussion of simulations

• Simulation: E-learning at Macquarie University
  a 2 minute video about simulations is available for download for use with realplayer. A free version of realplayer can be downloaded online.

 

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