Evaluation of Simulation Design Learning in Silliman University College of Nursing

Abstract

This descriptive-correlational study evaluates the degree of implementation and benefits of a learning strategy using a high
fidelity human patient simulator. Over one year, the majority of 688 fourth year Filipino nursing students, rated the accomplishment of four simulation design elements (objectives/information, student support, problem solving/complexity, fidelity/realism) as satisfactory and guided reflection/debriefing as excellent. Likewise, the majority rated the elements as very important. Furthermore, the majority expressed satisfaction and high confidence levels after the simulation experience. Spearman's Rho analysis showed significant correlations among all variables. The results give a strong basis for the
continued use of simulation as a strategy, which is advantageous to student learning for global health. The researchers recommend that qualitative studies related to the learning strategy be done in order to further understand its impact on and possibilities for enhancing learning in Asian settings.