Matching Pairs Match the Terms!Online version Revision!!...match up the concepts! by Alan Ramsay 1 Validity 2 Action Research 3 Appraisal Tool 4 Reliability 5 Continuing Professional Development The ability of a tool/instrument to measure what it purports to measure The assessed degree of consistency and dependability of a tool/instrument Enquiry aimed at developing applied practical knowledge, and underpinned by collaboration and participatory social process A structured guide to undertaking a critical appraisal The means by which members of the profession maintain, improve and broaden their knowledge, expertise and competence