JMIR Publications

ABSTRACT

E-Simulation – particularly scenario-based e-simulation (SBES) - is an increasingly used, promising educational strategy for global health education that can address gaps in training access, effectiveness, and cost. However, there is little guidance for educators on how to develop SBES, and the guidance is lacking outside the clinical context. Moreover, literature on medical education rarely uses the theoretical basis for e-simulation design and development- including SBES. Hence, this manuscript aims to differentiate and describe the concept, design elements, and theoretical basis of SBES with examples from different topics in global health. In addition to enhancing understanding of the potential of SBES for global health education, the manuscript also provides practical recommendations for global health educators in designing and developing SBES, based on the existing literature and authors’ experience. Overall, this manuscript will be useful for global health educators, as well as other medical educators seeking to develop SBES for similar skillsets.