Simulation-Based Learning in Higher Education: A Meta-Analysis

• DOI: 10.3102/0034654320933544
• Publication Date: 2020-06-15T09:01:51Z
• Authors: Olga Chernikova; Nicole Heitzmann; Matthias Stadler; Doris Holzberger; Tina Seidel; Frank Fischer
• Keywords: Reflection

Simulation-based learning offers a wide range of opportunities to practice complex skills in higher education and implement different types scaffolding facilitate effective learning. This meta-analysis includes 145 empirical studies investigates the effectiveness technology simulation-based environments skills. The simulations had large positive overall effect: g = 0.85, SE 0.08; CIs [0.69, 1.02]. Technology use effects on Learners with high prior knowledge benefited more from reflection phases; learners low learned better when supported by examples. Findings were robust across domains (e.g., medical teacher education, management). We conclude that (1) are among most means (2) can during phases development