A Simulation Escape Room: Verification and Validation is the Key

In this paper, an entrepreneurial mindset-based learning activity is designed to actively convey the concepts of model verification and validation (V&V).In particular, we develop an "Escape Room" entrepreneurial mindset learning (EML) activity where students are given a scenario and a set of "problematic" simulation models.Students work in teams to verify/fix and validate the models in order to "escape" (achieve a goal) before time runs out.This project addresses two critical aspects of modeling related to engineering design and analysis, namely, verification and validation.The escape room activity and outcomes are assessed using rubrics and student surveys.Results indicate that the activity is effective at engaging students in the application of model verification and validation which can be carried on to other engineering projects as well as fostering EML objectives of curiosity, connections, and creating value.