# Airway Exchange – Ep 15 – Sim Wars: A New Way to Teach with Dr. Shayne Hauglum

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Podcast: [Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs](https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-mask-innovation-opportunities-for-crnas-918982)
Published: 2026-04-07T05:52:00+00:00
Episode link: https://beyondthemask.podbean.com/e/airway-exchange-%e2%80%93-ep-15-%e2%80%93-sim-wars-a-new-way-to-teach-with-dr-shayne-hauglum/
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Duration seconds: 2056

## Resource

What if learning could be both highly effective and a genuinely fun experience? In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to CRNA education that blends simulation, competition, and teamwork to create deeper engagement and better outcomes for students. AANA Chief Science & Practice Officer Shayne Hauglum, PhD, CRNA, APRN, joins the show to share how “Sim Wars” is reshaping the way students learn by focusing on communication, leadership, and team dynamics instead of just technical skills. Here’s some of what you’ll hear in this episode: 🎮 Learning Through Competition: Gamified simulations can boost engagement and retention 🤝 Team Dynamics Matter: Communication and teamwork often matter more than technical skill 📊 Measure What Matters: Innovation without evaluation limits long-term impact 🧠 Stress Is Real: Today’s students face intense pressure 🚀 Future-Focused Training: Preparing students for real-world collaboration is critical About our guest: https://www.aana.com/about-us/leadership/aana-executive-team/ Follow @AirwayExchangePodcast on Instagram Submit a Topic: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/airway-exchange-podcast-request Visit us online: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ Get the CE Certificate here (and directly submit to the NBCRNA): https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf Help us grow by leaving a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-the-mask-innovation-opportunities-for-crnas/id1440309246

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