Dear List members
Just to say that further to the discussion on this list about appraisal of
qualitative studies, CASP (Critical Appraisal Skills Programme),
collaborating with qualitative research experts throughout England, has now
finalised
a checklist for qualitative studies. The development of the tool occurred
in three phases. Firstly we identified all the available appraisal tools
for qualitative research currently in use, and from those determined our
questions. Then we convened one workshop with experienced qualitative
researchers as participants, to appraise a piece of qualitative research
using a prototype tool. Through this crucial contribution, and by building
on pre-existing tools, we developed an appraisal tool. Finally we tested
and refined the appraisal tool in four pilot workshops, and have modified
it on the basis of user response. We intend to write up the process of
developing the appraisal tool in a peer reviewed journal but don't want to
delay the dissemination of the product.
If you want to have a copy of the appraisal tool/checklist please e-mail
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http://www.ihs.ox.ac.uk/casp/ to download. The CASP web site has all the
current appraisal tools and gives information about new tools being
developed.
Best wishes Alison
Alison Hill, Director CASP
Institute of Health Sciences
Old Road Oxford OX3 7LF
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Work phone: (+44) 01865 226888
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