Simulated Persons In the News

A Meaningful Learning Experience

For some undergraduate students the pursuit of higher education is a means to an end, for many it is an endeavour of knowledge and meaningful experiences. Many students find the post-secondary learning curve steep and unforgiving. Jennifer Klein an undergraduate student in the nursing program at York University says “we are expected to quickly recall and apply large bodies of new knowledge very quickly. Scaffolding that information in such a way that it remains meaningful and relevant often feels impossible.  Using Simulated Person Methodology has facilitated our learning curve”.

Published in Teaching Commons @ York September 24, 2018 – Read the full post here

Simulated Persons In the News

Simulated-person methodology

There are many things which cannot be learned from simply reading books or listening to lectures. As a medium of experiential education the use of simulation provides the opportunity to practice and apply professional competencies with an excellent degree of accuracy. The use of SPM as an experiential learning tool in teaching communication, decision making and problem solving can fill gaps between what is required in the job market and what is supplied by the education system.  

These statements were from students who experienced the application of Simulated Person Methodology (SPM) in their learning environment. 

Published in Teaching Commons @ York. October 2, 2017 – Read the full article here

Simulated Persons Our Work

Mobilizing Creativity Through Application of Simulated-Person Methodology Within the Classroom: A Study of Student Experiences and Impact on Professional Development

Abstract

This project explored embedding simulated person (SP) methodology aligned with gender identity, discrimination and human rights. Strategies such as recognizing a human rights issues, demonstrating active listening, and communicating empathy were brought to life during these in-class simulations. This project provided opportunities for students to process their reactions and practice in a guided environment.

Funded By:

Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council Opportunity Grant, 2017 

Publication  

  • Peisachovich, E. H., Nelles, L. J., Johnson, S*., Nicholson, L., Gal, R., Kerr, B., Popovic, C., Epstein, I., & Da Silva, C. (2017). Developing a simulated-person methodology workshop: An experiential education initiative for educators and simulators. International Journal of Higher Education, 6, 230–238. doi: 10.5430/ijhe.v6n1p230
  • Peisachovich, E. H., Gal, R., & Johnson, S*. (2017). Experiences of undergraduate nursing students of standardized patient methodology in their transition to nursing practice in Ontario Canada. Journal of Nursing Education and Practice, 7(3), 1–11. doi:10.5430/jnep.v7n3p1  

Presentation 

  • Peisachovich, E., Nelles, L. J., Gal, R., Johnson, S., Gaitana, G., Bertram, M., Phillips, A., & Gola, M. (2017, June). Enhancing pedagogical practices through the application of simulated-person methodology. Poster presented at the Canada International Conference on Education, Mississauga, ON.   
  • Gola, M., Peisachovich, E., Nelles, L. J., & Gal, R. (2018, May). Guiding students through public-health nursing scenarios using simulated-person methodology.  2018 CASN Canadian Nursing Education Conference, Montreal, QC.    
Simulated Persons Awards and Nominations

Nominee 2017 SIM Citizenship Award – Eva Peisachovich

The SIM Citizenship Award recognizes simulationists across Canada who have made incredible contributions in the field of healthcare simulation. It honours those who have made an outstanding impact on building the simulation community, education, creative professional activities, advocacy, research and other endeavours.

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