Simulations as Scaffolds in Science Education

1. An Introduction to Simulations as Scaffolds in Science Education
Maggie Renken, Kathrin Otrel-Cass, Melanie Peffer, Isabelle Girault, Augusto Chiocarriello

2. Computer Simulations on a Multidimensional Continuum: A Definition and Examples
Isabelle Girault, Melanie Peffer, Augusto Chiocarriello, Maggie Renken, Kathrin Otrel-Cass

3. Distinctions Between Computer Simulations and Other Technologies for Science Education
Melanie Peffer, Maggie Renken, Isabelle Girault, Augusto Chiocarriello, Kathrin Otrel-Cass

4. Inquiry-Based Science Education and Problem-Based Learning: Motivations, Objectives, and Challenges Relevant to Computer Simulations
Kathrin Otrel-Cass, Maggie Renken, Melanie Peffer, Isabelle Girault, Augusto Chiocarriello

5. Scaffolding Science Learning: Promoting Disciplinary Knowledge, Science Process Skills, and Epistemic Processes
Maggie Renken, Kathrin Otrel-Cass, Augusto Chiocarriello, Isabelle Girault, Melanie Peffer

6. Considerations for Integrating Simulations in the Science Classroom
Kathrin Otrel-Cass, Isabelle Girault, Maggie Renken, Augusto Chiocarriello, Melanie Peffer

7. Erratum
Maggie Renken, Melanie Peffer, Kathrin Otrel-Cass, Isabelle Girault, Augusto Chiocarriello

Keywords: Education, Educational Technology, Learning & Instruction, Science Education