Note: this term often used synonymously with fidelity but not all agree these are the same Etym. realism (n.) 1794, from real (adj.) + -ism; after French réalisme or German Realismus; from Late Latin realis “real.” Meaning “close resemblance to the scene” (in art, literature, etc., often with reference to unpleasant details) is attested from… Continue reading Realism
Psychological Safety
Etym. psychology (n.) 1650s, “study of the soul,” from Modern Latin psychologia, probably coined mid-16c. in Germany by Melanchthon from Latinized form of Greek psykhe- “breath, spirit, soul” + logia “study of.” Meaning “study of the mind” first recorded 1748, from Christian Wolff’s “Psychologia empirica” (1732); main modern behavioral sense is from early 1890s. Etym.… Continue reading Psychological Safety
Psychological Fidelity
Etym. psychology (n.) 1650s, “study of the soul,” from Modern Latin psychologia, probably coined mid-16c. in Germany by Melanchthon from Latinized form of Greek psykhe- “breath, spirit, soul” + logia “study of.” Meaning “study of the mind” first recorded 1748, from Christian Wolff’s “Psychologia empirica” (1732); main modern behavioral sense is from early 1890s. Etym.… Continue reading Psychological Fidelity
Prop
Etym. prop (n.) “object used in a play,” 1898, from props (1841), shortened form of properties (which was in theatrical use from early 15c.). Definition In simulation, an element or accessory used in a given scenario to enhance realism, or to provide a cue to learners. A physical object used as an interface to a… Continue reading Prop
Process-Oriented Simulation
Etym. simulation (n.) noun of action from past participle stem of simulare “imitate,” from stem of similis “like.” Meaning “a model or mock-up for purposes of experiment or training” is from 1954. Definition A simulation in which the process is considered more important than the outcome. For example, a model of a radar system in… Continue reading Process-Oriented Simulation
Procedural Simulation
Etym. simulation (n.) noun of action from past participle stem of simulare “imitate,” from stem of similis “like.” Meaning “a model or mock-up for purposes of experiment or training” is from 1954. Definition The use of a simulation modality (for example, task trainer, manikin, computer) to assist in the process of learning to complete a… Continue reading Procedural Simulation
Prepackaged / Preprogrammed Scenario
Etym. scenario (n.) 1868, “sketch of the plot of a play,” from Italian scenario, from Late Latin scenarius “of stage scenes,” from Latin scena “scene.” Meaning “imagined situation” is first recorded 1960, in reference to hypothetical nuclear wars. Definition A method of operation in which the simulator is programmed to be in one state and… Continue reading Prepackaged / Preprogrammed Scenario
Prebrief (Prebriefing)
Etym. brief “fact or situation of giving preliminary instructions,” 1910 (but popularized by World War II pre-flight conferences). Definition An information or orientation session held prior to the start of a simulation activity in which instructions or preparatory information is given to the participants. The purpose of the prebriefing is to set the stage for… Continue reading Prebrief (Prebriefing)
Portable Simulator
Etym. portable (adj.) Early 15c., from French portable “that can be carried,” from Late Latin portabilis “that can be carried,” from Latin portare “to carry.” Related: Portability. Etym. simulator (n.) 1835, of persons, from Latin simulator “a copier, feigner,” agent noun from simulare “imitate,” from stem of similis “like.” In reference to training devices for… Continue reading Portable Simulator
Physiologic Modeling
Etym. physiology (n.) 1560s, “study and description of natural objects,” from Middle French physiologie or directly from Latin physiologia “natural science, study of nature,” from Greek physiologia “natural science, inquiry into nature,” from physio- “nature” + logia “study.” Meaning “science of the normal function of living things” is attested from 1610s. Related: Physiologic; physiologist. Etym… Continue reading Physiologic Modeling