Technology should serve learning—not dominate it. Always train faculty on device operation and troubleshooting.
STEP 4: SCAFFOLD COMPLEXITY Use a progression model: 1. Foundational skills (controlled, instructor-led)
2. Integrative simulations (team-based with evolving cues) 3. Capstone scenarios (multi-agency, full-scale events) This builds mastery through repetition and increasing cognitive load. STEP 5: IMPLEMENT ROUTINE PRACTICE Schedule monthly micro-drills for perishable skills and quarterly full-scale simulations to test systems integration. Consistency beats intensity; research shows skill decay begins as soon as 90 days after initial training. STEP 6: DEBRIEF AND DOCUMENT After every scenario, conduct structured debriefs using models such as Advocacy–Inquiry or Plus-Delta. Capture quantitative data (times, scores) and qualitative notes (team dynamics). Use a digital dashboard to trend improve - ment across sessions. STEP 7: EVALUATE AND ITERATE Quarterly program reviews should analyze data, learner feedback, and field performance indicators. Refine scenarios, adjust equipment, and update objectives based on outcomes and evolving science. This continuous-improvement loop ensures your simulation program remains current, effective, and aligned with both accreditation and evidence-based practice.
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