Simulations International's Definition of Simulation:
	The ability to model a system, scenario or skill that allows learning via the use of an interactive application.
	Simulation is used to APPLY learned concepts within a real-life & risk-free environment.
Good simulation design allows the participant to apply prior knowledge within a simulation to learn quickly, make their own choices, provides immediate feedback and produces an outcome that will change behavior or a business process.
Simulation development has seen tremendous growth with the advent of technology-based simulation software and authoring tools. The simulation area is heating up because technology to develop and deliver simulations is getting easier to use and less expensive. In the last three years, over 60% of corporations have utilized a simulation of some kind!
Top reasons why simulations are experiencing explosive growth are the multitude of uses that simulations can offer. End-users are tired of “flat” content and insulting and often boring training. On top of that, companies want a return on their learning investment.   Off-the-shelf simulations, simulation tools, rich media, high bandwidth and unprecedented success of simulations are among the many reasons why simulation-based learning is on the fast track to provide learners and their employers with an exciting, dynamic and useful experience!