013975 Designing and Developing Simulations and Games

6cp
Undergraduate
Subject coordinator: Elyssebeth Leigh

This subject introduces the world of 'play as learning'. It explores current theoretical frameworks relating to the selection, design and development of simulations and/or games for a variety of contexts. Basic design principles are introduced including psychological theories relevant to cultural factors, language issues and other specific characteristics.

The subject provides a theoretical underpinning and related skill development for choosing, adapting, designing, constructing and managing active learning contexts. Exemplar models of simulations and games from a variety of sources are examined.

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $499.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $1,860.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
Note: The above fees are applicable in 2007 for Commonwealth-supported students who commenced after 2004 and domestic fee-paying undergraduate students only. Pre-2005 Commonwealth-supported students should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students webpage.
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