Effect of Computer-Based Simulation on Learning Outcome: A Systematic Literature Review

Abstract

Computer-Based Simulation (CBS) instruction strategy is a technological innovation which is a form of pedagogy to aid meaningful learning towards achievement of educational goals. The purpose of this study is to review recent advances in research on CBS instructional strategy in the period from 2018 to 2022. This paper uses systematic literature review (SLR) for the collection and evaluation of relevant primary studies in a transparent and reliable manner. The SLR is guided by a review protocol as the criteria for collection of related primary studies and literature content evaluation in a systematic way. The results show that the number of publication on this topic rises consecutively in 2019 and to its highest value in 2020 in the reviewed period from 2018 to 2022. The study shows that physics received the highest attention and followed by biology in the reviewed period. Furthermore, the results revealed that most researchers used quasi-experimental research design and quantitative research method with achievement test as the method of data collection in the reviewed period. Finally, in view of impractical nature of some biological concepts, it is recommended that further research be conducted on development and effective use of computer programmes to simulate complex biological processes that may not be observed in real life.