The original simSchool platform performed well as a preliminary design. With over 10 years of experience and user reflection and feedback, Pragmatic Solutions identified many needed improvements. The new simSchool 2.0 will launch after Labor Day with a new look and feel and expanded capabilities.
Out with the old
And in with the new
The most visible improvements are in the “look and feel” of the simulated classroom:
- New character art with expanded simStudent features and variability
- New classroom art
- Ability to monitor classroom or individual students with a new dashboard
Enhancement and expansion of Artificial Intelligence engine:
- To include interactions between simStudents
- To include simStudent age and regional variabilities
- Expanded simStudent reactions
Improvement to the Authoring and Reporting include:
- Providing a preferred seating arrangement – rows, group at table, semicircle
- The ability to indicate age of simStudents
General improvement of the website and platform:
- Revamp and modernize website
- Integrate with some LMSs to improve portability between sims, reports, and data
- New tutorials
Learn more about simSchool 2.0
Attend one of Stacy Kruse’s webinars provided at different days and times to accommodate almost any schedule. Check the webinar schedule.
New to simSchool? Want a review? Download the simSchool 2.o Overview presentation
Learn about the new simStudent capabilities – Download simSchool 2.0 simStudent Expansion
For a complete list of simSchool 2.0 improvements – Download simSchool 2.0 Roadmap