Social Science Computer Simulation
Its History, Design, and Future
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 7536964 |
|---|---|
| Authors | G David Garson (corresponding author) |
| Year | 1994 |
| Volume | 12 |
| Issue | 1 |
| Pages | 55-82 |
| Publication date | 1994-04-01 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Social Science Computer Review (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0894-4393 • E-ISSN: 1552-8286 |
| Publisher | SAGE Publishing (PUBLISHER • US) |
| DOI | 10.1177/089443939401200104 |
| OpenAlex | W2167384157 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 2 |
| References cited | 38 |
Though far from comprehensive, what may be the most extensive inventory of social science computer simulations of the last decade is presented in historical perspective. Simulations are discussed in terms of four underlying structural models: equation systems, probability, resource allocation, and social process designs. Advantages and limitations of each design are discussed. Five developments affecting the future of social science computer simulation are also noted, along with simulation exam ples of each: hypertext, interactive fiction, natural language, expert systems, and pattern recognition. Some 168 simulations or simulation authoring tools are listed in a resource appendix. Keywords: computer simulation, social science, gaming, modeling, educational technology, hypertext, interactive fiction, natural language, expert systems, pattern recognition
Data science · Hypertext · Perspective (graphical · Process (computing · Programming language · Resource (disambiguation · Simulation modeling · World Wide Web · Computer Science · Opinion Dynamics and Social Influence · Artificial Intelligence
Eliza—a computer program for the study of natural language communication between man and machine
Theories, Models, And Simulations In International Relations
Using Microcomputer Game-Simulation Experiments to Study Family Response to the Mt. St. Helens Eruptions
Using a Spreadsheet to Teach Social Change Modeling
Economic Pedagogy and Microcomputer Software
Simulating Individual and Collective Action in Temporary Gatherings
When a Model Needs a Model
Computer Modeling in Global and International Relations
International Economic Policy Simulation Games on the Microcomputer
Microcomputer-Based Simulation of Innovation Diffusion
Computing
A Simulation of a Simple Central Place System
Academic Computing in Psychology
Learning Outcomes of Game-Theoretic Computer Simulation
Pworld
Computerized Economic Modeling
Sociology Laboratory
Interdependence in a Crisis Situation
World Models
"Outside Agitators" and Crowds
| Unique citing works | 2 |
|---|---|
| Citations per year | 0,08 |
| Citation span | 2001 - 2015 (15) |
| Citation velocity | historical |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 2 |