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Learning through simulation
Affiliations- Karlstad University, Universitets gatan 2, 65188 Karlstad, Sweden
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Abstract
With simulation, caregivers are given the opportunity to improve their knowledge and skills. With simulation, both theoretical and practical knowledge is taught. With the experiences that simulation creates, critical thinking and better care are developed. Learning through simulation complements the learning that takes place in everyday work and can have a positive effect of the advances of the care profession. The purpose of simulation may vary and different learning theories are used, both based on learning objectives and the purpose of the simulation. The experience gained from simulation prepares caregivers on how similar complex situations can be handled in the future.
Abstract
With simulation, caregivers are given the opportunity to improve their knowledge and skills. With simulation, both theoretical and practical knowledge is taught. With the experiences that simulation creates, critical thinking and better care are developed. Learning through simulation complements the learning that takes place in everyday work and can have a positive effect of the advances of the care profession. The purpose of simulation may vary and different learning theories are used, both based on learning objectives and the purpose of the simulation. The experience gained from simulation prepares caregivers on how similar complex situations can be handled in the future.
Keywords
simulation, experiential learning theory, theoretical knowledge, practical skills
About this articleTitle
Learning through simulation
Journal
Disaster and Emergency Medicine Journal
Issue
Pages
125-128
Published online
2017-10-20
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Bibliographic record
Disaster Emerg Med J 2017;2(3):125-128.
Keywords
simulation
experiential learning theory
theoretical knowledge
practical skills
Authors
Anna Abelsson
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