Guidelines for reporting research using systematic coding of observed human behaviour (SCOBe)

Marij A. Hillen*, Evelien M. Hoeben, Rianne Kok, Calum McHale, Melissa M. Sexton, Sabine van der Asdonk, Daphne van de Bongardt, Brett Bowman, Richard Brown, Susan Branje, Jill Chorney, Monika H. Donker, Peter Ejbye-Ernst, Sanne Geeraerts, Danielle Van der Giessen, Gerald Humphris, Helle Larsen, Richard Philpot, Mariona Portell, Siyang YuanChiel van der Veen, Janneke Noordman

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Abstract

Systematic coding of observed human behaviour (SCOBe) is used across disciplines and topics but methodological reporting is often incomplete. We developed internationally generated, interdisciplinary guidelines for methodological reporting of such research. Using Delphi methodology, a working group of 22 experts sought group consensus in three rounds. Participants first assessed an initial set of reporting criteria (round 1). Next, in interactive meetings participants revised these criteria and reached consensus on reporting content (rounds 2 & 3). We present 20 criteria constituting the first comprehensive reporting guidelines for SCOBe research using existing, newly developed, or modified coding systems. The criteria encompass three procedural domains: 1. Research context; 2. Properties of the coding scheme; and 3. Application of the coding scheme. The presented guidelines will assist in substantiating and assessing the quality of SCOBe research. We encourage researchers to adopt these guidelines, to enhance quality of mono- and interdisciplinary research.

Original languageEnglish
JournalQuality and Quantity
DOIs
Publication statusE-pub ahead of print - 18 Oct 2024

Keywords

  • Delphi methodology
  • Interdisciplinary research
  • Methodological reporting
  • Observational research
  • Systematic coding

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