We present a mathematical model for a dynamic Delphi survey method which takes advantages of Web technology. A comparative study on the performance of the conventional Delphi method and the dynamic Delphi instrument is conducted. It is suggested that a dynamic Delphi survey may form a consensus quickly. However, the result may not be robust due to the judgement leaking issues.

Jennifer Wallis, Jan Burns & Rose Capdevila a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, CAMHS, 3 Craven Road, Reading, RG1 5LF, Berkshire, UK. email: [email protected]. b Clinical Psychology Programmes Director, Centre for Applied Social and Psychological Development, Salomons, Canterbury Christ Church University College, Kent, UK. c Lecturer, T...

Among the typical dissertation research designs, one particular design that is slowly gaining acceptance is that of the Delphi Method. Using a panel of experts to achieve consensus in solving a problem, deciding the most appropriate course of action, or establishing causation where none previously existed, particularly in areas of business or education research, are uniquely ideal to employment...

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