Using consensus group methods such as Delphi and Nominal Group in medical education research

Consensus group methods are widely used in research to identify and measure areas where incomplete evidence exists for decision-making. Despite their widespread use, these methods are often inconsistently used and reported. Using examples from the three most commonly used methods, the Delphi, Nomina...

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Published in:Medical teacher 2017-01, Vol.39 (1), p.14-19
Main Authors: Humphrey-Murto, Susan, Varpio, Lara, Gonsalves, Carol, Wood, Timothy J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Consensus
Decision making
Delphi Technique
Education, Medical - organization & administration
Educational research
Group Processes
Humans
Justification
Medical education
Research Design
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Summary:Consensus group methods are widely used in research to identify and measure areas where incomplete evidence exists for decision-making. Despite their widespread use, these methods are often inconsistently used and reported. Using examples from the three most commonly used methods, the Delphi, Nominal Group and RAND/UCLA; this paper and associated Guide aim to describe these methods and to highlight common weaknesses in methodology and reporting. The paper outlines a series of recommendations to assist researchers using consensus group methods in providing a comprehensive description and justification of the steps taken in their study.
ISSN:0142-159X
1466-187X
DOI:10.1080/0142159X.2017.1245856