Abstract
This paper explores the concept of 'epistemic games' - computer games that help participants learn how to solve real-world problems by thinking like professionals. How does a doctor learn to think, act, and solve problems like a doctor? How do engineers, lawyers, journalists, scientists, and soldiers learn to view the world through the particular 'frame' of their profession? As a case study this paper outlines an epistemic games/frames approach to the training of Australian Defence Force public affairs personnel. This joint project between Charles Sturt University, the Australian Defence Simulation Office and Defence Public Affairs seeks to develop a simulation tool to explore crisis communication management. The speed and reach of modern media have increased the potential battlefield effects of public affairs and crisis communication. Using a combination of applied theatre, role-play and computer gaming techniques to develop simulation tools and scenarios, the project aims to identify and simulate the ways in which personnel learn to effectively manage public affairs operations within the ADF context.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Simulation ' Maximising Organisational Benefits |
| Place of Publication | Lindfield, Australia |
| Publisher | Simulation Industry Association of Australia |
| Pages | 1-6 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 0977525740 |
| Publication status | Published - 2008 |
| Event | SimTect 2008 Simulation Conference - Melbourne, Australia Duration: 12 May 2008 → 15 May 2008 |
Conference
| Conference | SimTect 2008 Simulation Conference |
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| Country/Territory | Australia |
| Period | 12/05/08 → 15/05/08 |