High stakes assessment using simulation -- an Australian experience
Cregan, P.; Watterson, L.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics 111: 99-104
2005
ISSN/ISBN: 0926-9630 PMID: 15718708 Document Number: 591545
The use of simulation for high stakes assessment has been embedded in the New South Wales Medical Practice Act and has been used for high stakes assessment on a number of occasions. Simulation has rarely been used in this manner elsewhere in the world. We outline the use of simulation in particular focussing on its relationship to a performance assessment programme featuring performance focus, peer assessment of standards, an educative, remedial and protective framework, strong legislative support and system awareness.