SimWars

Abstract Background Simulation use for training residents has become an expectation in emergency medicine in order to improve the educational dimensions of cognitive knowledge, critical thinking, psychomotor skills, and clinical performance. Discussion This article is a descriptive piece highlightin...

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Published in:The Journal of emergency medicine 2014-11, Vol.47 (5), p.586-593
Main Authors: Okuda, Yasuharu, MD, Godwin, Steven A., MD, Jacobson, Lisa, MD, Wang, Ernest, MD, Weingart, Scott, MD
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Competitive Behavior
Computer Simulation
Decision Making
Emergency
Emergency Medicine - education
Humans
Internship and Residency
Knowledge of Results (Psychology)
Manikins
Problem Solving
Role Playing
Teaching - methods
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Summary:Abstract Background Simulation use for training residents has become an expectation in emergency medicine in order to improve the educational dimensions of cognitive knowledge, critical thinking, psychomotor skills, and clinical performance. Discussion This article is a descriptive piece highlighting a novel group education format—“SimWars.” The keys to a successful SimWars competition, including descriptions of necessary personnel and tips on effective case development, as well as lessons learned from its development and implementation, are described. After reading this article, educators will have the background necessary to implement their own simulation-enhanced training sessions. Conclusions: SimWars gives educators an opportunity to watch the decision-making process of the learners as they manage simulated complex scenarios in a cooperative competitive environment.
ISSN:0736-4679
DOI:10.1016/j.jemermed.2014.06.058