Foundational Module 2 – Facilitation and Implementation

Description

The second foundational module focuses on the competencies required to prepare, implement, and facilitate simulation-based learning experiences. Building on the theoretical and design principles introduced in Module 1, this module emphasizes the practical application of simulation pedagogy in real-time educational contexts.

Participants will develop foundational skills in learner preparation, prebriefing, facilitation, cueing, and debriefing. Emphasis is placed on managing simulation as it unfolds, including responding to learner needs, maintaining psychological safety, and adapting to emerging situations during the simulation experience.

This module introduces facilitation as both a structured and responsive process, grounded in evidence-informed frameworks such as HSSOBP™. Concepts related to feedback and introductory evaluation practices are addressed to support alignment with learning outcomes.

As a continuation of the foundational sequence, this module prepares participants for more advanced facilitation, evaluation, and interprofessional simulation concepts explored in subsequent modules. It also supports readiness for the CCSNE examination by addressing key domains related to facilitation and learner engagement.

Audience: Nurse educators using simulation in nursing education programs

Delivery: Online (Zoom & Moodle)

Requirements:

  • Participants must be a nurse registered in their jurisdiction
  • A graduate degree in nursing is recommended but not required; expectations are similar to those of a graduate-level course.

Timeframe: 8 weeks

Please note that participation in all live webinars is a course requirement.

Dates

(Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Eastern time)
Starts September 22, 2026
Exam: November 10, 2026
Instructors: Jane Tyerman, Holldrid Odreman

Module Competencies:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Prepare learners for simulation-based experiences through structured prebriefing and orientation
  2. Establish and maintain psychologically safe learning environments during simulation
  3. Facilitate simulation-based experiences using foundational facilitation strategies
  4. Apply cueing techniques to support learner progression and achievement of objectives
  5. Adapt facilitation approaches based on objectives, learner needs, performance, and context
  6. Provide constructive, timely, and learner-centred feedback during simulation
  7. Ensure consistency and quality across simulation experiences for multiple learner groups
  8. Apply foundational debriefing frameworks to support reflective learning
  9. Integrate ethical principles and professional standards into simulation facilitation
  10. Align facilitation and feedback practices with intended learning outcomes
  11. Describe the role of formative and introductory summative evaluation in simulation
  12. Reflect on one’s developing identity and effectiveness as a simulation facilitator

Required Course Textbook

Campbell, S., Luctkar-Flude, M., Harder, N., & Tyerman, J. (Eds.). (2023). Simulation in Canadian Nursing Education. Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing.

 

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