Cue Detection and Self-Debriefing Techniques in Virtual Simulation: Techniques Using Cognitive Engineering Inspired Expertise Development Approaches.

Introduction: Online experiential learning can benefit learners with scalable techniques to self-debrief and to develop cognitive skills in recognizing clinical cues.

Methods: We developed techniques for cue-detection exercises and self-debriefing, based on cognitive engineering-inspired expertise development approaches that focus on tacit knowledge, sensemaking, and mental models. Self-debriefing was structured by asking the learners to compare and then reflect on their choices and rationales against those provided by a panel of experts.