The critical difference
Integrating critical incident pedagogy in simulation-based social work education
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21495656 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Kenichi Asakura (0000-0002-9277-6441, Smith College School for Social Work, corresponding author), Kenta Asakura (Smith College School for Social Work), Kayla Kenney (University of British Columbia School of Social Work), Ruxandra Mihaela Gheorghe (0000-0002-7523-4376, Carleton University School of Social Work), Barbara Lee (0000-0003-2671-3650, University of British Columbia School of Social Work), Brittany Lynch (Iona University Social Work Department) |
| Year | 2025 |
| Pages | 1-8 |
| Publication date | 2025-11-13 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | No |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Social Work Education (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0261-5479 • E-ISSN: 1470-1227 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/02615479.2025.2589147 |
| OpenAlex | W4416176036 |
| Language | EN |
| Citations received | 1 |
| References cited | 16 |
This Ideas and Actions paper explores the integration of critical incident pedagogy and simulation-based social work education. Originally proposed by educationist Stephen Brookfield, critical incident technique is an experiential learning method to assist students in turning concrete incidents into new learning. While traditional critical incident pedagogy relies on students’ retrospective reflection on the incident, it can be influenced by memory distortions. Simulation-based learning addresses this limitation by offering real-time, immersive opportunities where students engage with trained actors portraying social work clients. These simulations, combined with video recordings, allow students to discuss critical incidents while observing and analyzing their own emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Through a detailed teaching illustration, we demonstrate how combining simulation with critical incident pedagogy can enhance both the accuracy and depth of student reflections. This integration promotes individual and collective critical reflection, strengthens professional judgment, and fosters a transparent and inclusive learning environment
Critical pedagogy · Critical reflection · Critical theory · Critical thinking · Social Pedagogy · Innovative Teaching Methodologies in Social Sciences · Simulation-Based Education in Healthcare · Social Work Education and Practice · Social Work
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| Citations per year | 1 |
| Citation span | 2026 - 2026 (1) |
| Citation velocity | current |
| Highly cited | No |
| Citation types | Neutral: 1 |