Purpose: This review study aimed to provide an update and overview on the theoretical background to undertaking simulation based education and research for simulation based learning. Methods: This review includes papers and books in regarding to education and nursing education. This article was addressed general learning theories and simulation based teaching strategies based on current learning theories. Results: Simulation-based learning is based on the constructivist learning theory. Current learning theories such as experiential learning theory, transformative learning theory, and situational learning theory are rooted in constructivist learning theory. These theories emphasize the reflection for effective self-directed learning. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that the critical reflection was the most important component in effective simulation based learning.

ABSTRACT
 Ⅰ. 서론
 Ⅱ. 본 론
  1. 시뮬레이션기반 교육과 학습이론
  2. 학습이론에 근거한 시뮬레이션기반 교육 전략
 Ⅲ. 결 론
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• 신수진(순천향대학교 의과대학 간호학과 부교수) | Shin, Su Jin Corresponding Author