A new resource for educational professionals, Simulation-Based Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Moving From Theory to Practice contains the most effective methods of simulation for use in undergraduate, graduate, and professional training in audiology, speech-language pathology, and communication sciences and disorders.   Utilizing the knowledge of accomplished clinical educators, Simulation-Based Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders is a primer for those interested in utilizing clinical simulation in undergraduate and graduate training, as well as the workplace. To accomplish this, it includes descriptions of various technologies of simulation, including low, medium, and high fidelity, as well as examples of their implementation.   The passage is composed of three major parts: • Foundations in Clinical Simulations provides a general understanding of the foundational theories of simulation-based learning and the principles of teaching and learning in higher education. Clinical Simulation Learning Experiences describes the various forms of simulation technology, it outlines the best methods of implementing simulations for the learning process, and it identifies ways that educators can utilize simulation technology in their educational curriculum. • Professional Issues and Advocacy requests that readers participate in professional development and research regarding the use of simulations; readers are encouraged to consider how existing and anticipated technology can help them adapt to the upcoming changes in education and training.  Simulation-Based Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Moving From Theory to Practice is the first book to contain practical advice on how to conduct research and teaching in communication sciences and disorders specifically for academics and clinical educators. It’s avaluable resource for anyone who wants to provide a high-quality educational experience through simulation that benefits students and professionals in communication disorders and sciences.

Introduction:

Simulation-based learning is a new method of teaching and training that involves communication problems and disorders. The simulation-based learning resource, called Moving From Theory to Practice, is a new resource that provides the best practices in simulation for undergraduate, graduate, and professional training in audiology, speech-language pathology, and other fields. This book is composed of research conducted by Carol C. Dudding, PhD CHSE, and Sarah M. Ginsberg, EdD CCC-SLP, ASHA. It is published by Slack Incorporated.

Key Benefits:

Simulation-Based Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders describes the foundational theories of simulation-based learning and the principles of teaching and learning in higher education. The book describes the various varieties of simulation technology, including low, medium, and high fidelity, it also provides examples of implementations. Additionally, readers are urged to participate in professional development and research regarding simulations.

The book is composed of three major parts.

1. foundations in Clinical Simulations

2. Clinical Simulation Learning experiences

3. Professional Concerns and Advocacy

Target audience:

The book is intended as an introduction to a mid-terms book for those interested in utilizing clinical simulations in undergraduate and graduate training as well as the workplace. The intended audience includes educators that specialize in academic fields and clinical fields, students, and professionals in the communication sciences and disorders.

Conclusion:

The Simulation-Based Learning in Communication Sciences and Disorders is an invaluable resource for those who want to provide a high-quality educational experience through simulation to students and professionals. This book is considered one of the first to discuss practical methods of simulating research and practice, specifically for academics and clinical educators in communication science and disorders. With its concise and lucid structure, this book can assist readers in comprehending the benefits of simulation-based learning and utilizing it in their respective fields.