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The Simulation Modelling Process

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The purpose of this chapter is to provide a technical overview of simulation modelling. The author describes the appropriate uses of simulation techniques and how to approach simulation modelling beginning with the planning stages, through the various aspects of model building, validation and verification. The author focuses specifically on discrete-event simulation modelling techniques. It is a useful introduction and guide to simulation modelling for criminal justice researchers and practitioners.

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  1. Aston Business School, Birmingham, UK

    Andrew Greasley Ph.D.

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  1. Department of Criminology, Law, and Soci, George Mason University, University Blvd. 10900, Fairfax, 20110, Virginia, USA

    Faye S. Taxman

  2. , School of Criminology and Justice Studie, University of Massachusetts Lowell, University Avenue 1, Lowell, 01854, Massachusetts, USA

    April Pattavina

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Greasley, A. (2013). The Simulation Modelling Process. In: Taxman, F., Pattavina, A. (eds) Simulation Strategies to Reduce Recidivism. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-6188-3_3

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