The Effect of Using Educational Simulator on Learning Quality of train driver learners in Virtual Environment (Case Study: Tehran Metro Specialized Training Center)

By developing the applications of intelligent information technology and systems, there is a possibility for learners to experience the process of learning and learning skills in virtual environment. Simulators; in virtual environments simulate normal and hazardous conditions such as accidents, rail accidents, and other disturbances in the rail network. The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of the use of educational simulator on the quality of train path learner learning and to present some strategies for improving it in specialist training centers of the internal rail transport industry. In the further study, the status of the training simulator of the Metro Specialized Training Center has been evaluated in order to determine the usefulness of this tool in improving the quality. The research method was survey and the statistical population consisted of 254 teachers, trainers, managers and learners of the specialized training center for train driving in Tehran metro. The sample size was 131 using Cochran's formula. The research data were collected using a researcher-made questionnaire and a closed response. Data were analyzed by chi-square test. The results of this study showed that the use of educational simulator has a positive effect on improving the learning quality of learners.