Share Paper: The Impact of simSchool on Changes in Self-Efficacy as Related to the simSchool Users' Personalities and Learning Styles

  1. Julia Ledet, Louisiana State University, United States
  2. Janice Hinson, University of North Carolina-Charlotte, United States
  3. Albertha Lawson, Southern University and A&M College, United States
  4. Moustapha Diack, Southern University and A&M College, United States
  5. Susannah Fowler Craig, Southern University and A&M College, United States
Wednesday, November 16 10:00-10:30 AM Edison F

Abstract: This mixed-methods study investigates the use and impact of simSchool as a field experience component of a required mathematics class taken by preservice teacher candidates. Participants in the study were trained to use simSchool, completed numerous simulations, and answered questions on those simulations. Relationships between personality traits and learning styles were studied along with changes to self-efficacy in preservice teachers after engaging in simSchool simulations. Topics addressed include preservice teacher self-efficacy, personality traits, and learning styles of preservice teachers.