Preliminary report of a simulation community of practice needs analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

To understand the current needs related to education and training, and other investment priorities, in simulated learning environments in Australia following a significant period of government funding for simulation-based learning.

Methods

A mixed methods study, comprising qualitative focus groups and individual interviews, followed by a quantitative cross-sectional survey informed by themes emerging from the qualitative data.

Findings

Two focus groups and 22 individual interviews were conducted. Participants included simulation educators, technical users and new adopters. Survey data were collected from 152 responses. Barriers at the introduction and maintenance stages of simulated learning included irregular staff training resulting in inconsistent practice, and

SUBMITTER: Peddle M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7329516 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature