Exploring Simulation for Immersive Learning Experiences in the Digital, Open, and Distance Classroom

Authors

  • Dewi Amat Sapuan School of Business and Administration, Wawasan Open University, Penang, Malaysia
  • Josephine Ie Lyn Chan Wawasan Open University https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1689-055X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56059/jl4d.v11i2.1254

Keywords:

Simulations, Open and Distance Learning, student engagement

Abstract

Simulation-based learning has the potential to foster a transformative learning culture within the Open and Distance Learning (ODL) environment. This report is based on a research project, integrating a simulation into a digital ODL classroom, conducted in Wawasan Open University, an ODL university in Malaysia. The report highlights how a simulation can be valuable to ODL students as an effective learning tool and by creating an immersive learning experience for the students.

Author Biographies

Dewi Amat Sapuan, School of Business and Administration, Wawasan Open University, Penang, Malaysia

Dewi Amat Sapuan is an Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour, and leads the Centre for ODL Experiences at Wawasan Open University, She is a chartered manager and has a deep research interest in the paradox of human experience and human development learning. Dewi is currently pursuing a master’s degree in criminology and penology. Email: dewisapuan@wou.edu.my

Josephine Ie Lyn Chan, Wawasan Open University

Josephine Ie Lyn Chan is a research fellow at Wawasan Open University. Her research interests include strategic management, organisational performance, and creative teaching and active learning. Besides teaching and conducting research, Josephine is a qualified quality, environmental, and occupational safety and health management systems auditor. Email: josephinechan@wou.edu.my

 

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Published

2024-07-21

How to Cite

Sapuan, D. A., & Chan, J. I. L. (2024). Exploring Simulation for Immersive Learning Experiences in the Digital, Open, and Distance Classroom. Journal of Learning for Development, 11(2), 381–388. https://doi.org/10.56059/jl4d.v11i2.1254

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 2 (2024): ISSUE 2

Section

Reports from the Field

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Received 2023-11-10
Accepted 2024-07-07
Published 2024-07-21