This Criterion involves:

• Simulation Pedagogy
• The Facilitator manages the entire simulation-based experience
• The needs of the learner

Simulation is not about the technology. Simulation is a teaching-learning strategy, which is supported by assorted adult learning theories such as: Malcolm Knowles Adult Learning Theory; Situated Cognition; Kolb, Experiential Learning; Mezirow, Transformational Learning; and Constructivism and Social Learning (Rutherford-Hemming, 2012).

SIRC course Simulation Pedagogy: What Every Nurse Educator Needs to Know

National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) has identified through a landmark study that quality simulation may be utilized for up to 50 percent of clinical time. NCSBN has developed guidelines for integrating simulation into pre-licensure nursing programs

NCSBN Simulation Guidelines for Pre-licensure Nursing Programs

The facilitator manages the entire simulation-based experience. The facilitator assumes the protector role to maintain the integrity of the learner's experience.

Basic Assumption

Professional Integrity

Debriefing

Increasing Fidelity and Realism in Simulation