Reliability
Continuing Professional Development
Action Research
Validity
Appraisal Tool
The assessed degree of consistency and dependability of a tool/instrument
The ability of a tool/instrument to measure what it purports to measure
A structured guide to undertaking a critical appraisal
Enquiry aimed at developing applied practical knowledge, and underpinned by collaboration and participatory social process
The means by which members of the profession maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge, expertise and competence
