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An integrative review of computer-based simulation in the education process
1University of Utah College of Nursing and Brigham Young University, Provo 84602, USA. patricia_ravert@byu.edu
Computers, Informatics, Nursing : CIN
|September 28, 2002
Summary
Computer-based simulation significantly enhances healthcare education, with 75% of studies showing positive effects on skill and knowledge acquisition. Further research is needed to optimize high-fidelity simulation use in nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Education
- Medical Simulation
- Educational Technology
Background:
- Computer-based simulation is increasingly utilized in healthcare education.
- Quantitative evidence is needed to validate its educational impact.
- Existing research requires synthesis to understand simulation's role in learning.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review quantitative studies on computer-based simulation in healthcare education.
- To determine the effect of simulation on education and learning outcomes.
- To identify trends in simulation effectiveness for skill and knowledge acquisition.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of quantitative studies.
- Inclusion criteria applied to 513 retrieved references, selecting 9 studies.
- Meta-analysis using mean scores and standard deviations to calculate effect size.
Main Results:
- 75% of the reviewed studies demonstrated positive effects of simulation.
- Simulation positively impacted skill acquisition.
- Simulation positively impacted knowledge acquisition.
Conclusions:
- Computer-based simulation holds significant potential for augmenting healthcare education.
- High-fidelity simulation effectiveness requires further investigation in nursing education.
- More research is necessary to establish best practices for simulation in nursing.