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The Delphi technique in radiography education research

Wallace, M. J.; St. John-Matthews, Janice; Robinson, Lesley

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M. J. Wallace

Lesley Robinson



Abstract

© 2017 Objectives To describe and review the Delphi technique as a tool for radiographers engaged in mixed-methods research whereby agreement is required on the proficiencies needed by educational programmes for pre- and post- registration radiographers. This is achieved through a description offering a brief history of the technique. Through a literature search, radiography education research using this technique is identified. A protocol for a research project using the technique is presented. Using this worked example, advantages and disadvantages of the method are explored including sampling of participants, sample size, number of rounds and methods of feedback. Key findings There are limited examples of the use of the Delphi technique in radiography literature including considerations on how to select experts and panel size. Conclusion The Delphi technique is a suitable method for establishing collective agreement in the design of radiography educational interventions. Additional research is needed to deepen this evidence-based knowledge.

Citation

Wallace, M. J., St. John-Matthews, J., & Robinson, L. (2017). The Delphi technique in radiography education research. Radiography, 23(1), S53-S57. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2017.03.007

Journal Article Type Review
Acceptance Date Mar 13, 2017
Online Publication Date Mar 27, 2017
Publication Date Sep 1, 2017
Deposit Date Mar 15, 2017
Publicly Available Date Mar 28, 2024
Journal Radiography
Print ISSN 1078-8174
Electronic ISSN 1532-2831
Publisher Elsevier
Peer Reviewed Peer Reviewed
Volume 23
Issue 1
Pages S53-S57
DOI https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2017.03.007
Keywords radiography, education, Delphi, competency
Public URL https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/881837
Publisher URL http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2017.03.007

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