Original Articles
Global Framework for Scientific Event: A 32-Country & 118-Expert Collaborative Effort
Fahmi H. Kakamad, Fattah H. Fattah, Abdulwahid M. Salih, Berun A. Abdalla, Shvan H. Mohammed, Walid R. Rashed, Adam C. Naj, Radoslaw Spiewak and 110 more
IntroductionDespite numerous efforts to define and categorize scientific events, a consensus remains elusive, complicating the understanding and classification of such events. The current study aims to establish clear, consensus-based definitions for various types of scientific events by examining their definitions and purposes from the perspectives of scholars across different countries.
MethodsThe current study used a descriptive survey design to gather responses from scholars across 32 countries about their perceptions of scientific events. The sample size was determined using G*power, requiring 80 participants; 118 were recruited. Data was collected via a Google Forms survey with a 9-point Likert scale. Invitations were emailed. The Content Validity Index (CVI) was used to assess item relevance, with all items achieving a CVI above 0.78. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, and ethical considerations regarding voluntary participation and confidentiality were observed.
ResultsThis study validated the definitions of ten event types, each achieving a CVI above 0.78. The scientific events were categorized into conferences, symposiums, workshops, courses, summits, panels, meetings, fast-track reviews, annual reviews, and seminars. Course and panel garnered the highest level of consensus with a CVI of 0.983. Fast-track review also demonstrated a strong agreement among participants, with 82.2% expressing their concurrence with the provided definition.
ConclusionThe study establishes consensus-based definitions for scientific events, enhancing standardization in the academic community and underscoring the importance of precise categorization.
Keywords Scientific event
· Event classification
· Consensus-based definitions
· Academic activities
· Scientific guidelines
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