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Practica continua: Connecting and combining simulation modalities for integrated teaching, learning and assessment.

Rachel H Ellaway¹, Roger Kneebone, Kevin Lachapelle

¹Northern Ontario School of Medicine, Canada. rachel.ellaway@normed.ca

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|October 9, 2009

Summary

Simulation modalities are progressing beyond single uses towards integrated continua. This integration enhances contextualization and skill synthesis for improved clinical practice transition.

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Published on: September 27, 2020

Area of Science:

Medical Education
Simulation Technology
Healthcare Training

Background:

Simulation modalities are often used in isolation due to integration challenges.
Current trends indicate a shift towards integrated simulation environments.
Integrating simulation offers enhanced contextualization and skill development.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the concept of integrated simulation continua in education.
To present a framework, 'practica continua,' for understanding simulation integration.
To link theoretical approaches with practical examples of integrated simulation.

Main Methods:

Review of current developments in simulation integration.
Proposal of the 'practica continua' framework.
Synthesis of theoretical and practical aspects of simulation integration.

Main Results:

Integrated simulation offers improved contextualization and skill synthesis.
Simulation integration encompasses experiential, modeling, technical, and narrative dimensions.
The development of 'practica continua' is ongoing across various settings.

Conclusions:

Simulation integration is crucial for enhancing healthcare education and practice.
The 'practica continua' framework provides a model for advancing integrated simulation.
Further development and research are needed to fully realize the potential of integrated simulation.