Holographic versus video-based simulation in nursing education: A comparison of effectiveness and social presence

Abstract

Background: Holographic simulation offers an immersive alternative to traditional video-based methods in nursing education. Methods: A quasi-experimental study assigned 127 nursing students to Hologram (n = 64) or Flat Screen Video (n = 63) groups. Participants completed a pediatric clinical scenario and debriefing. Effectiveness and social presence were measured using the SET-M and Social Presence Scale. Results: No significant differences were found in most SET-M domains. However, the Hologram group scored higher in two debriefing items (p = .045 and p < .001) and in presence items related to realism and engagement (p < .01). Conclusions: Holographic simulation showed equal or greater effectiveness, supporting its use in nursing curricula.