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Area of Science:

  • Health Professions Education research
  • Evidence synthesis methodologies

Background:

  • Scoping reviews are increasingly utilized in Health Professions Education (HPE).
  • They are suitable for complex, emerging, or poorly defined research questions.
  • Unlike systematic reviews, they map existing literature and identify knowledge gaps.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the purpose and features of scoping reviews in HPE.
  • To compare scoping reviews with other review types.
  • To provide practical, step-by-step guidance for conducting scoping reviews.

Main Methods:

  • The article outlines planning, conducting, and reporting scoping reviews.
  • It covers question formulation, team assembly (including librarians), and software tools.
  • Methodological frameworks (e.g., Joanna Briggs Institute) and reporting guidelines (e.g., PRISMA-ScR) are discussed.

Main Results:

  • Scoping reviews provide a rigorous and adaptable approach to evidence synthesis in HPE.
  • They aid in exploring existing knowledge, identifying research gaps, and informing curriculum and policy.
  • Guidance addresses common challenges like justification and quality assurance.

Conclusions:

  • Scoping reviews are valuable tools for HPE researchers and educators.
  • This guide empowers HPE professionals to confidently conduct scoping reviews.
  • Effective use of scoping reviews supports educational research and evidence-based decision-making.