Lessons Learned From an Evaluation of Serious Gaming as an Alternative to Mannequin-Based Simulation Technology: Randomized Controlled Trial.
Citation: JMIR Serious Games. 8(3):e21123, 2020 Sep 28.PMID: 32985993Institution: MedStar Institute for Innovation | MedStar Washington Hospital CenterDepartment: National Center for Human Factors in Healthcare | Obstetrics and Gynecology/Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive SurgeryForm of publication: Journal ArticleMedline article type(s): Journal ArticleSubject headings: IN PROCESS -- NOT YET INDEXEDYear: 2020Abstract: BACKGROUND: The use of new technology like virtual reality, e-learning, and serious gaming can offer novel, more accessible options that have been demonstrated to improve learning outcomes.CONCLUSIONS: The serious game training tool developed has potential utility in providing education to those without access to large simulation centers; however, further validation is needed to demonstrate if this tool is as effective as mannequin-based simulation. Copyright (c)Natalie C Benda, Kathryn M Kellogg, Daniel J Hoffman, Rollin J Fairbanks, Tamika Auguste. Originally published in JMIR Serious Games (http://games.jmir.org), 28.09.2020.METHODS: This study utilized a mixed methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness of the new, serious game-based training method and assess participants' perceptions of the training. Participants were randomized to traditional simulation training in a center with mannequins or serious game training. They then participated in an obstetrical in-situ simulation scenario to assess their learning. Participants also completed a posttraining perceptions questionnaire.OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the educational effectiveness of serious game-based simulation training to traditional mannequin-based simulation training and to determine the perceptions of physicians and nurses. We used an obstetric use case, namely electronic fetal monitoring interpretation and decision making, for our assessment.RESULTS: The primary outcome measure for this study was the participants' performance in an in-situ mannequin-based simulation scenario, which occurred posttraining following a washout period. No significant statistical differences were detected between the mannequin-based and serious game-based groups in overall performance, although the study was not sufficiently powered to conclude noninferiority. The survey questions were tested for significant differences in participant perceptions of the educational method, but none were found. Qualitative participant feedback revealed important areas for improvement, with a focus on game realism.Fiscal year: FY2021Digital Object Identifier: ORCID:- Auguste, Tamika Fairbanks, Rollin J Hoffman, Daniel J Kellogg, Kathryn M:
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- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 Auguste, Tamika Fairbanks, Rollin J Hoffman, Daniel J Kellogg, Kathryn M:
- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 Auguste, Tamika Fairbanks, Rollin J Hoffman, Daniel J Kellogg, Kathryn M:
- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4449-3885 https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7528-0869 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0186-7250 https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8917-2460
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BACKGROUND: The use of new technology like virtual reality, e-learning, and serious gaming can offer novel, more accessible options that have been demonstrated to improve learning outcomes.
CONCLUSIONS: The serious game training tool developed has potential utility in providing education to those without access to large simulation centers; however, further validation is needed to demonstrate if this tool is as effective as mannequin-based simulation. Copyright (c)Natalie C Benda, Kathryn M Kellogg, Daniel J Hoffman, Rollin J Fairbanks, Tamika Auguste. Originally published in JMIR Serious Games (http://games.jmir.org), 28.09.2020.
METHODS: This study utilized a mixed methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness of the new, serious game-based training method and assess participants' perceptions of the training. Participants were randomized to traditional simulation training in a center with mannequins or serious game training. They then participated in an obstetrical in-situ simulation scenario to assess their learning. Participants also completed a posttraining perceptions questionnaire.
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to compare the educational effectiveness of serious game-based simulation training to traditional mannequin-based simulation training and to determine the perceptions of physicians and nurses. We used an obstetric use case, namely electronic fetal monitoring interpretation and decision making, for our assessment.
RESULTS: The primary outcome measure for this study was the participants' performance in an in-situ mannequin-based simulation scenario, which occurred posttraining following a washout period. No significant statistical differences were detected between the mannequin-based and serious game-based groups in overall performance, although the study was not sufficiently powered to conclude noninferiority. The survey questions were tested for significant differences in participant perceptions of the educational method, but none were found. Qualitative participant feedback revealed important areas for improvement, with a focus on game realism.
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