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Table 1 Methods of Data Collection

From: Exploring equity, diversity, and inclusion in a simulation program using the SIM-EDI tool: the impact of a reflexive tool for simulation educators

Data source

Details

Interviews

For each participant, two interviews were conducted. One was conducted within the first week of the study period and one ~ 6–9 months of using the facilitated reflection tool. In collaborative ethnography, it is common for participants to interview each other. In this case, VB/EP conducted the initial interviews; however, participants did have the option to be interviewed by an external interviewer BS. BS conducted all the interviews at the 9-month time-period. The semi-structured interview guide is available in Additional file 1

SDT team reflections

After every weekly ED simulation during the SDT meeting, the lead for the session (VB or EP or other SDT team member) facilitated a reflective discussion using the EDI reflexivity tool (Fig. 1). When possible, for the first 3 months, the team submitted deidentified field notes in written or audio diary form based on these discussions

Self-reflections

During the first 3 months of tool use, participants were invited to complete structured reflections (Additional file 2) via survey monkey. Participants did not have to answer all the questions in the survey, rather it was a tool that facilitated a reflective process for them to choose to engage with