We at Marketplace Simulations have been working hard to roll out some major product enhancements to make your teaching experience even better! Check out what we’ve got in store for you! High Level Games We have released our two most…
Marketplace 2019 Simulation Updates
At Marketplace, we’re always looking for ways to improve and grow our simulation offerings. In case you missed the updates, here are all the editions, play options, languages, and Microsimulations we launched in 2019. Simulations Business Primer – Bike Edition…
Conscious Capitalism is the Next Step Towards a Greater Planet
These days, more and more consumers are demanding that companies have a higher purpose than just pursuing profit. They want to see their favorite companies incorporate practices that support environmental sustainability, non-profits, and the well-being of others into their business…
Hope Springs Eternal with Simulation Learning
Discover the latest news, updates, and articles with the Marketplace Simulations seasonal newsletter. Learn about the release of our newest serious business games. Understand the pedagogy behind simulation learning and how it can impact your course. Read news and articles…
Providing a Level Playing Field for All: Part 2 of 3
The new standards in accessibility call on everyone from website coders, to content creators, to administrators to make their courses useable for as many students as possible. These design guidelines were thought out very carefully, and, interestingly enough, they standardize,…
Providing a Level Playing Field for All: Part 1 of 3
Great teachers share the conviction that knowledge is not the end result, but a force to inspire and empower. A single lesson can transform a student’s worldview – a semester can shape a future. As an educator, every student comes…
Marketplace Simulations Accessibility Improvements – Q&A with Darrell Bowles
At Marketplace Simulations, we recognize the importance of accessibility in educational materials, and strive to ensure a pleasant experience for all of our users, including the disabled community. We sat down with Mr. Darrell Bowles, Assistive Technology Trainer for the…
Important Updates to the Balanced Scorecard
Revised Financial Performance Metric We have revised the financial performance metric in the balanced scorecard. All games designed after December 27, 2017 will include the new computation. Financial performance will be based upon the average of the firm’s gross profit…
Introducing Microsimulations- A New Tool to Engage Students in the Classroom
The challenge with how to engage students in the classroom is a rite of passage in higher education. Studies show that students who participate in the learning process are more focused, retain more knowledge, and are better equipped to tackle…
Continuing Our Commitment to Student Accessibility
All students can easily, equally, and independently engage with our simulations Civil rights laws have been recently updated. The law now specifically defines what it means for information and communication technology to be accessible to all. Marketplace® Simulations comply with…