S17 - Using Tabletop Simulation for the Immersive Application of Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best Practice: Prebriefing, Facilitation, and Debriefing

Abstract : This 90-minute hands-on workshop utilizes tabletop simulation to immerse participants in the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best PracticeTM, focusing on prebriefing, facilitation, and debriefing (INACSL Standards Committee, 2021a, 2021b, 2021c). The identified gap is the lack of practical, immersive training for simulation educators, leading to inconsistent application of best practice standards and suboptimal learning experiences (Dale-Tam et al., 2021). The purpose of this workshop is to provide participants with a structured opportunity to actively engage in and reflect on best practices, guided by Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory. Kolb’s theory emphasizes learning through experience in an iterative cycle of action and reflection (Kolb, 2015). This framework guides the workshop as participants observe, conceptualize, and practice key strategies, enhancing their understanding and skills.

The session will begin with the crucial component of prebriefing, highlighting its importance in setting expectations and fostering a psychologically safe learning environment. Participants will watch a role modeling video to identify essential elements, followed by hands-on activities to practice setting expectations, addressing anxieties, and fostering engagement. Participants will then facilitate a tabletop delegation simulation, applying facilitation techniques to maximize learner engagement. Finally, attendees will focus on the application of debriefing techniques.

To evaluate the workshop's effectiveness, participants will engage in reflective discussions at the end of the session, focusing on the implications of applying these best practices. Improvements in the quality of simulation-based education, learner satisfaction, and facilitator competence will be discussed, emphasizing the relevance of consistent standards for effective learning experiences.

Please include a short summary of your presentation that highlights why an attendee would want to participate in your session.: Join this interactive, 90-minute workshop to explore the Healthcare Simulation Standards of Best PracticeTM using tabletop simulation. Learn effective prebriefing, facilitation, and debriefing techniques, guided by Kolb's Experiential Learning Theory. Gain hands-on experience and practical strategies to enhance your simulation-based education and improve learner outcomes.