Course Syllabus
Course Description
This course in the Faculty Development Course series has eight modules that will give an overview of simulation and its use across all fields of healthcare training. These modules were designed by the Training and Educational Center for Healthcare Simulation (TECHS) with support from faculty and staff across the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso campus and experts in the field.
Goals for this course are:
- Increase knowledge of best practices in healthcare simulation
- Prepare educators to efficiently and effectively used simulation-based education
- Integrate simulation across disciplines on the TTUHSC El Paso campus using evidence based principles
Course Delivery: Online, teleconferencing
Course Material: All course materials are included in the Canvas course
Course Textbook/Materials: Online
Course Organization
This course is organized into eight learning modules, found on the course menu under the section “Modules.” Upon completion of the quizzes, you will receive a respective number of course credits and/or CME/CNE credit hours.
Module #1: Best Practices for the use of Simulation
- Define simulation in the context of health care education
- Identify existing literature to support best-practices in simulation education
- Know how simulation can support education and practice in your specialty
- Review how simulation tools and techniques can support specific educational needs within your field
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #2: Writing Learning Objectives for a Clinical Simulation Session
- Review objective formats
- Write educational objectives that are appropriate for learner levels and curricular needs
- Describe evaluation of the learner in individual and group setting
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #3: Simulation Design: Key Components of Responsive and Relevant Scenarios
- Discuss evidence-based guidelines for effective scenario development
- Implement evidence-based practice standards for pre-scenario planning
- Adapt existing scenarios or design custom activities to address regional DEI issues and needs
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module#4: Conducting simulation scenarios
- Describe existing best practice guidelines for scenario design
- Discuss key features and activities within simulation to enhance learner engagement and education
- Implement innovative scripting and staging using available technology and resources to enhance your scenario design
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #5: Assessment and Feedback in a Clinical Simulation Session
- Describe the concepts of assessment and feedback
- Integrate assessment and feedback into a clinical simulation session
- Demonstrate proficiency in choosing and developing assessment and feedback tools
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #6: Feedback, Debriefing and Guided Reflection in Healthcare Simulation
- Identify the distinct roles of debriefing, feedback, and guided reflection in the debriefing process
- Know the role of facilitator and educator in the simulation learning process
- Differentiate the most common techniques used to organize debriefing sessions
- Apply techniques from debriefing best practice to engage learners in experiential learning
- Integrate educational tools during debriefing to allow a cohesive take-home message
After the module completion you will receive ___1___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #7: Including Standardized Patient (SP) Methodology in Skills Training
- Define commonly used terms in SP Methodology
- Describe strengths and limitations of SPs as co-educators
- Integrate unique facets of SPs in event design
- Ensure understanding of the SP and compatibility with planned tasks
- Create a shared understanding of SP training and responsibilities
- Identify what each stakeholder needs to know before, during, and after the event
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Module #8: Curriculum Integration: Best Practices and Examples
- Describe the concepts in different levels of curriculum integration
- Discuss the importance of a theoretical framework when integrating simulation into a course program or curriculum
- Discuss the elements for integrating simulation across the curriculum
After the module completion you will receive ___.75___CME/CNE credit hour.
Technical Requirements:
- Internet access - preferably high speed (for accessing Canvas)
- TTUHSC El Paso e-mail
- Microsoft Office (download from TTUHSC El Paso eRaider)
- WebEx (download from TTUHSC El Paso eRaider)
- Adobe Reader (download from Adobe.com)
- Flash Player (download from Adobe Flash Player)
- Audio and video playing capabilities (for watching/listening to course content)
- Web camera and microphone (for synchronous virtual meetings)
- PDF app (scanning of hand written documentation for graded assignments)
Technical Skill Requirements:
- Using a word processor
- Using email for communication, attaching documents in email
- Internet search engines and browsers
- Familiarity with Canvas
Assignments and Grading:
- For each module or session/topic in the course, you will complete a Self-Check Quiz. You must score 80% on each quiz. You will have three attempts for each quiz.
Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism
TTUHSC EP Institutional Student Handbook: Code of Professional and Academic Conduct 2020-2021
https://elpaso.ttuhsc.edu/studentservices/_documents/Institutional-Handbook-2020-2021.pdf; pages 17-20.
“Academic dishonesty” includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, collusion, falsifying academic records, misrepresenting facts, and any act designed to give unfair academic advantage to the learner (such as, but not limited to, submission of essentially the same assignment for two courses without the prior permission of the instructor) or the attempt to commit such an act. If a learner is involved in any form of academic misconduct and is proven that the action took place, the instructor may initiate a disciplinary action.
Special Needs (TTUHSC EP HSCEP OP: 77.14, Students with Disabilities (https://elpaso.ttuhsc.edu/opp/_documents/77/op7714.pdf ) also HSCEP OP: Online and Distance Education https://elpaso.ttuhsc.edu/opp/_documents/59/op5902.pdf)
Any student who, because of a disability, may require special arrangements in order to meet the course requirements should contact the instructor as soon as possible to make any necessary arrangements. Students should present appropriate verification from Student Disability Services during the instructor’s office hours. TTUHSC EP Office of Academic and Disability Support Services, Hector Noriega, MA, Assistant Director for Academic and Disability Support Services, hector.noriega@ttuhsc.edu, 915-215-6018.
Religious Observances (TTUHSC EP HSCEP OP: 77.12, Religious Holy Day Observance and Need for Student Absence (https://elpaso.ttuhsc.edu/opp/_documents/77/op7712.pdf)
"Religious holy day" means a holy day observed by a religion whose places of worship are exempt from property taxation under Texas Tax Code §11.20.A learner who intends to observe a religious holy day should make that intention known in writing to the instructor prior to the absence. A learner who is absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time after the absence.
Instructor’s Expectations
You will be expected to log into the Canvas course regularly to be aware of possible announcements/reminders and to pace your progress in the course. Course participants are expected to maintain an online environment conducive to learning, which includes “netiquette” (Internet etiquette). The following site includes basic rules for Online Discussion Netiquette. Ensure that your e-mail messages, discussion board postings, and other electronic communications are thoughtful. Diverse opinions we welcome in this course. The following are prohibited:
- making offensive remarks in e-mail or the discussion board
- using inappropriate language or discussing inappropriate topics online
- spamming
- hacking,
- using TTUHSC El Paso or Canvas e-mail or discussion board for commercial purposes
- using all caps (considered shouting in online communications)
- cyber-bullying or online harassment of any type
Disclosure
This syllabus is intended to give the participant guidance in what is covered during the IFDP 20 and will be followed as closely as possible. However, the OFD reserves the right to modify, supplement and make changes as the program needs arise or change.
Communication Plan
- You may expect a reply from the instructor within two business days.
- Please use the Canvas course message tool or the TTUHSC El Paso email system for all communication.
Technical Difficulties
- Online Help
- Computer problems
- Server problems
- Lost/corrupt/disappeared files
Technical Support
- TTUHSC EP Canvas/IT support
https://elpaso.ttuhsc.edu/som/curriculum/itresources.aspx
- Contact Help Desk
- Hours and Contact Info
Telephone
Call 915-215-4111
Option 1: Helpdesk
Option 2: Classroom Technology
Option 3: EMR
Submit your question to elp.helpdesk@ttuhsc.edu
Provide as much detail as possible.
Walk-in
CSB Basement, Rm B-08A
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
MEB 2nd floor, Rm 2160
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Clinical Skills in Simulation-Based Education Course Contact Information :
| Instructor: | Scott B. Crawford MD, FACEP, CHSOS |
| Associate Professor – Department of Emergency Medicine | |
| Director – Training and Educational Center for Healthcare Simulation (TECHS) | |
| Office: | SON 302F |
| Office Phone: | 915 215-6221 |
| Email: |
Office hours: By appointment at ElPasoFacultyDevelopment@ttuhsc.edu
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Support |
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eLearning Innovation Team (Lead Analysts) |
Raul Alvarez Lopez, BS Marco A. Rodriguez, MS, MEd |
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Administrative Support |
Consuelo Rosales, BS |
consuelo.rosales@ttuhsc.edu |
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