Scenario-Based e-Simulation Design for Global Health Education: Theoretical Foundation and Practical Recommendations

Area of Science:

• Medical Education
• Health Professions Education
• Global Health Training

Background:

• Electronic simulation (e-simulation), especially scenario-based e-simulation (SBES), is a valuable educational tool for global health.
• Existing literature lacks comprehensive guidance on SBES development, particularly outside clinical settings and without strong theoretical foundations.

Purpose of the Study:

• To define and describe SBES, its design elements, and theoretical basis within global health education.
• To offer practical recommendations for global health educators on designing and developing SBES.

Main Methods:

• Literature review and synthesis of existing research on e-simulation and SBES.
• Analysis of SBES design principles and theoretical frameworks.
• Inclusion of examples from diverse global health topics.

Main Results:

• SBES is an effective strategy to address gaps in global health training access, effectiveness, and cost.
• A clear conceptual framework and design elements for SBES are presented.
• Practical recommendations for educators are derived from literature and author experience.

Conclusions:

• SBES holds significant potential for enhancing global health education.
• This manuscript provides essential guidance for educators to develop effective SBES for global health and other medical fields.