Building Connections: Generational Learning and Simulation

Denise Matus is an educator and trainer for the Immersive Simulation team in the Prelicensure Nursing Program at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. With a passion for advancing simulation-based education, Denise has dedicated her career to enhancing the learning experiences of nursing students through innovative simulation techniques and pedagogy. As a recognized leader in the field, Denise has presented for multiple organizations, contributing to the growth and development of simulation education. Her expertise in immersive simulation helps bridge the gap between theory and practice, equipping future nurses with the critical thinking and clinical skills necessary for success in patient care. Denise remains committed to expanding the field of simulation education, fostering collaboration, and inspiring educators to integrate simulation effectively into their teaching methodologies.

Vicki Moran is the Nursing Education Research Manager at Wolters Kluwer and has been a nurse and educator for over 30 years. She completed her BSN in 1994, a joint master's in Public Health and Nursing (MSN/MPH) in 1997, and a doctorate in philosophy (PhD) in higher education administration in 2015. Her research interests focus on nursing education. She has published manuscripts on her research interests, written books on nursing education, edited book chapters on pharmacology, and engaged in item and exam analysis in nursing education.

Judith W. Herrman is a nurse, educator, and researcher dedicated to enhancing nursing student learning, faculty effectiveness, and positive client outcomes. As a retired Full Professor from the School of Nursing, University of Delaware, Judy is widely published and works as a Senior Clinical Content Specialist-Nursing for Wolters Kluwer. Judy speaks nationally and internationally about learning across the lifespan, nursing education, the teen brain, adolescent sexual decision-making, and intimate partner violence. Research interests include teen sexual decision-making, brain learning, intimate partner violence, and clinical judgment. Judy is active in product development for Wolters Kluwer and consults with nursing schools about enhancing clinical judgment, creative teaching strategies, accreditation, NCLEX® and Next Generation success, testing, curriculum design, team building, brain science and learning, generational learning, and other topics revolving around enhancing nursing education and student learning. She is preparing the 4th Edition of Creative Teaching Strategies for the Nurse Educator slated for 2025.