Delphi method
The expert group used a criterion-based Delphi Method to identify core concepts of pharmacology education. The following six best-practice elements of the Delphi method (see (Bhandari & Hallowell)) were incorporated into our study. First, an expert group technique was used to answer the question “What are the core concepts of pharmacology education?”. Indirect interaction between participants was maintained for Rounds One and Two. A predefined threshold was set at 80% agreement for any candidate term to be adopted as a core concept. The anonymity of voting was maintained for the expert group throughout the process. Controlled feedback was provided in the form of a summary of voting after Round Two and Three. Three iterative rounds of analysis were conducted.