Colonoscopic Skill Acquisition and Transfer Via Simulated Curriculum of Progressive Training

Do Progressive Levels of Simulation Fidelity Enhance Colonoscopic Skill Acquisition and Transfer in Novice Endoscopic Trainees?

It is hypothesized that a progressive simulated learning strategy will result in better global clinical performance (e.g., technical, communication) and transfer of endoscopic skill, as compared with a high-fidelity simulation strategy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• novice endoscopists from Adult Gastroenterology, Pediatric Gastroenterology, General Surgery training programs at University of Toronto

Exclusion Criteria:

• Trainees who have performed greater than 25 colonoscopies will be excluded to ensure all participants are novices.