{"id":3182,"date":"2025-12-02T06:54:25","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T06:54:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/?p=3182"},"modified":"2025-12-02T07:01:34","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T07:01:34","slug":"simba-partnerships-final-live-meeting-in-antwerp-wrapping-up-with-purpose-and-passion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/simba-partnerships-final-live-meeting-in-antwerp-wrapping-up-with-purpose-and-passion\/","title":{"rendered":"SIMBA partnership\u2019s final live meeting in Antwerp: Wrapping up with purpose and passion"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3182\" class=\"elementor elementor-3182\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-57fa2a34 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"57fa2a34\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-44d48975\" data-id=\"44d48975\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6f61bfa5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6f61bfa5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In September, the SIMBA partnership gathered in Antwerp for our final in-person meeting, a moment to put the finishing touches on the SIMBA project and celebrate the strong collaboration that has defined these past years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">On the agenda<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sharing pilot study results<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We discussed the outcomes of the pilot study on the psychometric qualities of the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SimOT Compass<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, an evaluation instrument developed by SIMBA to evaluate student competencies through simulation-based learning (SBL). We look forward to sharing the results soon.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Presenting the revised SimOT Compass<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Following the pilot study, the SimOT Compass was refined to ensure it meets the highest standards for educators and students.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Finalizing teacher manuals<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">To support educators in using our materials, we developed two comprehensive manuals:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One for creating and implementing scenarios using the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">scenario template<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One for applying the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SimOT Compass<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> effectively<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" decoding=async data-opt-id=1030916859  data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_150204000_iOS-1.jpg\"  class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3186 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:768\/q:eco\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_150204000_iOS-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" decoding=async data-opt-id=1030916859  class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3186 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_150204000_iOS-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the meeting, we reviewed final feedback from colleagues and fine-tuned these guides to maximize their usefulness.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559685&quot;:708}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shaping the SIMBA web platform and Learning Hub<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A key focus was the design of our web platform (https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/), a central hub where all developed materials will be shared in <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">open access<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. This platform will also serve as a gateway to the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">SimOT Community<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a space for occupational therapy educators (and students) passionate about simulation-based learning.<\/span>\u00a0<br \/><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Learning Hub will guide educators step by step in developing and implementing SBL in their curricula. Beyond the project\u2019s conclusion, we aim to keep building this community and strengthen simulation-based education in occupational therapy via LinkedIn: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/15471012\/\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/15471012\/<\/a><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A partnership built on collaboration<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Throughout the project, we forged a strong and inspiring partnership. Collaboration, sharing expertise, and co-creating new knowledge around simulation-based learning have been at the heart of SIMBA.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" decoding=async data-opt-id=2065319427  data-opt-src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:461\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_110539.jpg\"  class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3185 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:461\/q:eco\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_110539.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" decoding=async data-opt-id=2065319427  class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3185 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/mllw4fqn15xi.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:461\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/simba.turkuamk.fi\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/20250905_110539.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We are proud of the expertise we\u2019ve built together, and continue to build, and we\u2019re excited to share these resources with occupational therapy educators worldwide.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Although it wasn\u2019t quite time to pop the champagne, the meeting was a clear reminder of the incredible work accomplished and the meaningful results achieved.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking ahead<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We hope our materials will be warmly welcomed and will support educators in implementing this valuable educational approach. We\u2019re eager to continue collaborating and expanding this work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Don\u2019t hesitate to reach out, and we hope to see you soon in our SimOT Community!<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Let\u2019s connect: <\/span><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/15471012\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/groups\/15471012\/<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In September, the SIMBA partnership gathered in Antwerp for our final in-person meeting, a moment to put the finishing touches on the SIMBA project and celebrate the strong collaboration that has defined these past years. 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