Participating in a computer-based simulation prior
to completing a mannequin-based simulation improved
pharmacy students’ achievement of learning goals and
course outcomes. In addition to better preparing the par-ticipant for mannequin-based simulation, the sequencing
of computer-based simulation prior to mannequin-based
simulation may improve participant satisfaction with the
activity and their confidence and comfort level during the
simulation. While the majority of previously published
studies focused on one mode of simulation, this study
may encourage educators to use multiple modes of simu-lation to enhance achievement of learning outcomes. Fu-ture areas of focus for simulation in pharmacy education
should include enhancement of students’ preparation for
participating in various types of simulation and assess-ment of the impact of simulation exercises on students’
long-term retention of knowledge and skills