MODELS
ASSOCIATED WITH
HUMAN TRAITS AND
PROCESSES
Presented By: Jasher Jose
Discussion
Role Play
Simulations
Importance and
Significance of Role play
and Simulations
According to Authors
Key Difference
Examples of Both Role
Playing and Simulation
Role of Teachers
Activity
Share with the Class
What unforgettable
experiences have you
had with role-playing
activities?
Share with the Class
Did you face
challenging
simulations in
secondary school?
Role Play
Discussion & Explanation
Example of experiential
learning that involve
students taking on
different roles and
engaging in diverse
learning settings.
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Role-playing and
dramatization in
education enable
students to embody
various roles, empathize
with historical figures,
and gain insights into
social studies topics.
S i m u l a t i o n
Discussion & Explanation
Discussion
Simulations are advanced role plays with
realistic scenarios where students can
portray themselves or other characters.
Simulation in social studies
education encompasses
historical reenactments and
political simulations, allowing
students to apply knowledge and
skills in realistic scenarios.
Importance
of Role Play
and
Simulations
Role-playing and simulations benefit students by
allowing them to explore different perspectives in
challenging scenarios. Instructors can engage
students in active learning by presenting course
material in contexts that require problem-solving.
Significance of
ROLE PLAY AND
SIMULATIONS
Role-playing and simulations allow students to learn and improve
abilities in a purposeful manner. Instructors/teachers can offer a
typical history lecture, while students can participate in a role play
that provides more historical background while making it more
personal. Students can use simulations to recreate real-world
circumstances that they may experience in their chosen discipline
or in everyday life.
Rather than depending on standard evaluations, role
play/simulations can be used to better introduce essential
concepts in a more realistic fashion, resulting in increased
student engagement and retention. Overall, role play and
simulations require students to use creativity to better
grasp difficult processes or concepts, bringing them to life.
Role Playing &
Simulation
According to
Authors
A1 According to Stevens (2015),
Role Playing and Simulations
may help students;
increased interpersonal
communication skills.
develop critical reading skills of
textual documents as additional
sources.
promote research skills on particular
themes or topics.
teaches empathy and how different
backgrounds (race, religion, socio-
economic, etc.) can shape one’s
experience.
serves as an “ice-breaker” among students.
promotes independent problem-solving for deepened
learning.
encourage creative expression not normally experienced in
a traditional classroom setting.
help instructors better evaluate how students make
decisions under pressure or collaborate with others.
According to Bradley (2022),
simulations notes that;
Teacher educators are embracing
platforms for active learning
through role-playing, engaging
students in realistic scenarios,
conversations, varied responses,
and feedback for improvement.
Differences Between
Role Play and
Simulations
ROLE PLAY
Role-playing involves students assuming specific
roles, such as historical figures or fictional characters,
and acting out scenarios to gain insights into different
perspectives and experiences. For example, students
might role-play as Mga Pambansang Bayani,
pananakop ng Kastila, Amerikano, at Hapon,
Pangalawang Digmaan Pandaigdig, Unang Repubika ng
Pilipinas, Panahon ng Commonwealth, and many more.
ROLE PLAY
"historical reenactments." Students dress up and act
out key events from Philippine history, such as the
declaration of independence or the People Power
Revolution. By taking on the roles of historical figures
like Jose Rizal or Andres Bonifacio, students gain a
deeper understanding of the historical context,
motivations, and challenges faced during these
significant moments in Philippine history.
SIMULATION
Simulation recreates real-world scenarios
for students to analyze and make decisions.
For instance, in Social Studies Education, a
model United Nations session allows
students to represent countries and address
global issues like climate change or poverty,
conflicts, mutual agreement, country
promotion, treaties, and mutual trade and
investments through negotiation.
SIMULATION
Simulation in social studies education
includes "courtroom trial simulation"
where students act as lawyers, witnesses,
and judges to reenact a court trial,
enhancing understanding of legal concepts
and critical thinking.
SIMULATION
Another example is a "town hall meeting
simulation," where students simulate a
community gathering to discuss and address local
issues. Students take on roles such as community
leaders, residents, and government officials,
engaging in debates, negotiations, and decision-
making processes. Through this simulation,
students learn about civic engagement,
democratic principles, and the responsibilities of
citizenship in a participatory democracy.
SIMULATION
An "economic simulation game" can
educate students on economic principles.
Students act as entrepreneurs, consumers,
and government officials, learning about
production, consumption, and resource
allocation. Decision outcomes in the
simulation deepen understanding of
concepts like supply and demand, scarcity,
and opportunity cost.
Role of the Teacher
IN Role Playing
and Simulation
In role-playing and simulation activities in social
studies education, the teacher plays a crucial role
as a facilitator, guide, and observer.
Facilitator- As a facilitator, the teacher designs
and sets up the role-playing or simulation
scenario, providing students with the necessary
background information, resources, and
instructions to effectively engage in the
activity. For example, the teacher may assign
roles, distribute materials, and establish the
rules and objectives of the simulation.
As a guide, the teacher supports students
throughout the activity, offering
guidance, encouragement, and
clarification as needed. The teacher may
provide prompts, ask thought-provoking
questions, and facilitate discussions to
help students deepen their understanding
of the concepts, events, or perspectives
being explored.
As an observer, the teacher
closely monitors the progress
of the role-playing or
simulation, assessing student
participation, interactions, and
learning outcomes. The teacher
may take notes, observe group
dynamics, and collect evidence
of student learning to inform
future instructional decisions
and provide feedback to
students.
Questions ??
Review
Activity
Select one role-play scenario for future
01 social studies students. Discuss and
Explain your answer
Select one simulation scenario for
02 future social studies students. Discuss
and Explain your answer
Why is role-playing and simulation
03 important for teachers as well as
students in social studies education?
Answer in 3-5 sentences only.
References:
Bradley, E. (2020). Introduction. In E. Bradley (Ed.),
Games and simulations in teacher education (pp. 1–5).
Springer.
Stevens, R. (2015). Role-play and student engagement:
Reflections from the classroom. Teaching in Higher
Education, 20(5), 481-492.
Thank You!
