The effectiveness of simulation and debriefing on nursing students' perceptions of clinical reasoning and learning transfer

A goal of nursing education is that students will transfer and apply university learning to the clinical setting. Little is known about learning transfer and the use of simulation in nursing education. This study developed a specific debriefing based on learning transfer principles and was used during simulation training of final year nursing students. Results of this study provide a significant contribution to the science of simulation. Findings provide a conceptual basis for the development of improvements in simulation operational practices and the use of elements of debriefing that contribute to a meaningful experience, improving transfer of skills and knowledge