Participate in the CAN-Sim Research Interest Group!

Due to the number of members expressing interest in exploring research collaborations, CAN-Sim has established a Simulation Research Interest Group. This is a benefit offered to CAN-Sim full members (paid or contributing members) that aims to provide opportunities for collaboration and mentorship.

Upcoming Meetings

Wednesday Sept 28, 2022, 7:30-9:00 PM EDT (Toronto)

Research Interest Group Benefits

  • Monthly meetings
  • Multi-site research collaborations
  • Mentoring for research design and implementation
  • Mentoring for research presentations and publications
  • Networking with simulation researchers

Current Research Interest Group Projects

  • Evaluating a Faculty Debriefing Module Survey Study
    • Lead: Marian Luctkar-Flude (Queen’s University)
  • Debriefing the SOGI Nursing Module Faculty Interview Study
    • Lead: Erin Ziegler (Ryerson University)
  • Debriefing Sensitive Topics in Simulation Study
    • Lead: Jane Tyerman (University of Ottawa)
  • Student Experiences with Virtual Simulations Scoping Review
    • Lead: Laura Killam (Cambrian College)

Completed Research Interest Group Member Projects

  • Integrating Virtual Learning Experiences
    • Project Leads: Danica MacRae & Mario R. Jara (Austin Community College)
    • Mentors: Jane Tyerman (University of Ottawa) & Marian Luctkar-Flude (Queen’s University)
    • Publication: MacRae, D., Jara, M.R., Tyerman, J., & Luctkar-Flude, M. (2021). Investing in engagement: Integrating virtual learning experiences across an undergraduate nursing program. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 52, 17-32. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecns.2020.12.005
  • Effectiveness of a Virtual Asynchronous Debriefing Method to Support Clinical Decision Making
    • Project Leads: Stephanie Atthill & Deb Witmer (Georgian College)
    • Mentors: Marian Luctkar-Flude (Queen’s University) & Jane Tyerman (University of Ottawa)
    • Publication: Atthill, S., Witmer, D., Luctkar-Flude, M., & Tyerman, J. (2021). Exploring the impact of a virtual asynchronous debriefing method following a virtual simulation game to support clinical decision making. Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 50, 10-18. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecns.2020.06.008

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Join CAN-Sim today!

Join CAN-Sim today!

Becoming a member provides a great opportunity to network and share resources with other nurse educators and allied health professionals using simulation across Canada and internationally.