Simulation-Based Learning Evaluation Scale: Turkish Validity and Reliability Study

Abstract

Aim: This study aimed to provide validity and reliability of the "Simula-tion-Based Learning Evaluation Scale," which evaluates the simulation-based learning experience from a student perspective. Methods: The research data were collected from 185 students studying at the nursing department of a private university in Istanbul, Turkey in September 2016. The scale consists of five subscales (nursing process, patient safety, professional knowledge, communication, and attitude of reflection) with 37 items. Language equivalence was performed by using back-translation method, content validity by referring to expert opinion, and construct validity by using explanatory and confirmatory factor analysis. Cronbach's alpha analysis was used for internal consistency analysis, and Pearson correlation analysis was used for item total score correlation. Intraclass correlation coefficient was used for the retest reliability. Results: At the validity and reliability stage of the scale, the content validity index was determined to be 0.890 as a result of expert opinions. The total Cronbach's alpha of the scale was 0.957, and the Cronbach's alpha values of the subscales ranged between 0.770 and 0.903. ICC values of the subscale scores ranged from 0.511 to 0.800. Conclusion: The "Simulation-Based Learning Assessment Scale" was determined to be a valid and reliable tool in Turkey based on this research .