title: Applying Educational Theory to Simulation-Based Training and Assessment in Surgery.
abstract: Considerable progress has been made regarding the range of simulator technologies and simulation formats. Similarly, results from research in human learning and behavior have facilitated the development of best practices in simulation-based training (SBT) and surgical education. Today, SBT is a common curriculum component in surgical education that can significantly complement clinical learning, performance, and patient care experiences. Beginning with important considerations for selecting appropriate forms of simulation, several relevant educational theories of learning are described.
authors.affiliation: Office of Medical Education Research and Development, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans, School of Medicine, 2020 Gravier Street, Suite 657, New Orleans, LA 70112, USA. Electronic address: schauv@lsuhsc.edu.
authors.forename: Sheila W
authors.initials: SW
authors.lastname: Chauvin
mesh_terms: D002983:Clinical Competence; D003198:Computer Simulation; D003479:Curriculum; D004503:Education, Medical, Graduate; D013502:General Surgery / Q000193:education*; D006801:Humans; D008348:Manikins; D017145:Models, Educational; D016544:Patient Simulation
keywords: Assessment; Educational learning theory; Instructional design; Simulation-based training