ERIC Number: EJ974572
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012-Aug
Pages: 9
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1045-1595
EISSN: N/A
Simulation Methodology in Nursing Education and Adult Learning Theory
Rutherford-Hemming, Tonya
Adult Learning, v23 n3 p129-137 Aug 2012
Simulation is often used in nursing education as a teaching methodology. Simulation is rooted in adult learning theory. Three learning theories, cognitive, social, and constructivist, explain how learners gain knowledge with simulation experiences. This article takes an in-depth look at each of these three theories as each relates to simulation. Pedagogical approaches as well as ties to simulation of each theory are addressed. Finally, the implications for research and practice in health care and adult education are discussed.
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Nursing Education, Adult Learning, Teaching Methods, Learning Theories, Simulation, Social Theories, Cognitive Processes, Adult Education, Educational Practices, Health Services, Cognitive Style, Theory Practice Relationship, Aptitude Treatment Interaction, Schematic Studies
SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: http://sagepub.com
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Adult Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A