2. Outline
Why Simulation Teaching
Learning Theories that underpin Simulation
Main steps of the Simulation
Limitations of Simulation Teaching Method
4. Simulation
Simulation is a situation where by the learner is
placed in a “hypothetical world" defined by the
educator to represent a reality within which
students interact/learn (Hughes, 2020).
The teacher controls the parameters of this
"world" and uses them to help students achieve
the learning outcomes
5. Why simulation
Student centered approach
Clinical errors are minimized
Promotes critical thinking
Feedback is immediate
Stimulates student to learn
Helps to uncover misconceptions
6. Learning Theories Underpinning Simulation
Learning theory Learning process Theorist
1.Constructivism
2. Behaviourism
3. Socio-cultural
perspective on
learning
• Learning by doing
• Behaviour can be shaped through
reinforcement.
• Learning is a result of individuals’
participation in activities with
others and objects in a cultural
Jean Piaget,
Jerome Bruner
(Kolb)
Thondirke.L
B.F Skinner,
Anders K.
Ericsson
Vygotsky
9. 2. Briefing
What to be learned
Confidentiality
Title of the simulation
Detailed Scenario
Objectives of the simulation
Equipment
Room/environment for
scenario
Roles and Responsibilities
10. 3. Scenario
Learners participate in the actual simulation.
Indicate a clear start to the simulation and observe
for physical and psychological safety of those within
the simulation.
Carried out as planned, if pauses for discussion
12. 4. Debriefing
A formal, collaborative, guided reflection process.
Expression of emotions and feedback to one another
3 Phases of debriefing
I. The descriptive phase
II. The analytic phase
III.The application phase
13. Limitations of Simulation
Not every nurse educator feels comfortable using
simulation strategies.
It requires a lot of preparation on the part of
Educators
Simulation is costly in low income countries.
Need for many simulators.
Time consuming
#4:THIS IMAGINARY WORLD REQUIRES A systematic approach and steps in order to achieve the intended learning outcomes
#8:1. Clearly identify the skills and knowledge you want learners to acquire through the simulation
Objectives to reflect Learners level of competence.
2. Create a detailed script that outlines type of simulation, division of roles and time frame.
Availability of resources for use.
3. Set up the simulation space to resemble a real-world clinical setting, including equipment and props. Know the number of students involved.
4. Prepare questions that will guide learners to reflect on their performance and identify areas for improvement.
#12:An activity that follows a simulation experience and led by a facilitator. To provide feedback about students’ performance.
Gibbs Reflective cycle-Description – what happened?
Feelings – what were you thinking and feeling?
Evaluation – what was good and bad about the experience? What went well and what went badly?
Analysis – what sense can you make of the situation?
Conclusion – what else could you have done?
Action plan – if it arose again, what would you do?