The Policy Delphi: A Method for Identifying Intended and Unintended Consequences of Educational Policy

Abstract

This article highlights a rarely utilized but effective technique for identifying intended and unintended consequences of past or current policy or policy change. The author guides the reader through the process of identifying potential participants, contacting participants, developing the policy Delphi instrument, and analyzing the findings by sharing an example of a research study he recently completed. In addition, the author also shares other potential uses of this methodology.