Overview

The Arab American University nursing simulation technology Center has been established in September 2015, and is considered the first of its kind in Palestine. The simulation technology center is expected to serve as a regional leader and reference for all other collegial universities in the delivery of high-fidelity simulation education and research.

Simulation-based nursing education is an increasingly popular pedagogical approach. It provides students with opportunities to practice their clinical and decision-making skills through various real-life situational experiences in a safe environment.

The nursing simulation technology center portrays excellence in all aspects of nursing education through its innovative teaching using state of the art technology such as high-fidelity human patient simulation. Students and faculty are provided with the resources and knowledge to facilitate quality, safety, and efficiency of patient care reflecting the Values of Professionalism, Respect, Safety, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence.

Vision

AAUP envision provision of excellence in Nursing Simulation that potentially maximize nursing student’s clinical reasoning, comprehensive care and patient’s safety practices.

Mission

The mission of the Simulation technology center is to provide an experiential, high quality safe learning environment through the utilization of best evidence based clinical decision-making in bridging the gap between theory and practice. The center is equipped with high-fidelity technologies to enhance students, faculty with exceptional educational techniques to promote research development, culturally competence, communication, collaborative inter-professional patient centered care, thus improving patient safety and health outcomes through excellent simulation-based training and assessment.

Objectives

1. Advance the science of simulation-based education by contributing to the growing body of knowledge and supporting the role of simulation in healthcare education and improved patient outcomes.

2. Develop critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and psychomotor skills of students in the care of center clients.

3. Prepare ethical, and safe practitioners capable to provide exceptional nursing service to the community.

4. Enhance the role of Nursing research and interdisciplinary practices among nursing students.

Conducting Scenarios in Simulation

Creating and delivering effective simulation scenarios is essential in nursing education, providing students with realistic, immersive experiences that bridge theory and practice. A well-designed scenario enhances clinical skills while promoting critical thinking, decision-making, and teamwork. This process involves clearly defining learning objectives, crafting realistic and engaging scenarios, and aligning them with curriculum goals.

During implementation, educators guide students through the scenario, fostering autonomy while maintaining focus on educational outcomes. The debriefing phase is key, allowing students to reflect on their performance, discuss alternative approaches, and receive constructive feedback. By integrating simulation into the curriculum and adhering to best practices, educators can create impactful learning experiences that prepare nursing students for real-world challenges.

Effective Simulation Scenarios

Simulation Center Values

Respect

Embrace and appreciate the contributions of diverse perspectives, seeking understanding, equity, and inclusion for all we support within the Simulation Center.

Representative

Ensure all voices are heard, perspectives are considered, and activities represent the diversity of our community.

Integrity

Maintain honesty and transparency in all interactions

Excellence

Ensure all activities supported by the simulation center are data-driven to support quality improvement and best practices in nursing simulation, nursing education, and nursing practice.

Accountability

Take ownership and work to improve so that we can control and support others in that which we cannot control.

Teamwork

Maintain open communication within the team and with our customers and seek opportunities to both help others and ask for help.

Photos and videos

Sunday, November 28, 2021

Simulation Center

Thursday, November 25, 2021

The Practical Training in the Simulation Center in Arab American University

Thursday, November 25, 2021

The Protocol for Wearing and Taking-off Personal Protective Equipment Related to COVID-19

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Simulation Center at AAUP

Monday, December 23, 2019

Report: AAUP has the First Educational Hospital using the Technological Simulation System

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