Table 5 Comparing the quality of feedback
Feedback assessment | 2015 paper Median (IQR) | 2016 electronic Median (IQR) | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Feedback in general (non-specific) | 14 (14.0–14.0) | 14 (14.0–14.0) | 0.344 |
2. Feedback on registrar’s behaviour | |||
 2.1 General behaviour | 11 (8.0–12.0) | 13 (12.0–13.0) | 0.040* |
 2.2 Specific behaviour | 6 (3.0–8.0) | 8 (6.0–11.0) | 0.079 |
3. Type of feedback | |||
 3.1 Highlights competency | 12 (8.0–13.0) | 12 (10.75–13.0) | 0.721 |
 3.2 Highlights deficiencies | 1 (0.0–2.0) | 4.5 (2.0–6.0) | 0.070 |
4. Feedback on how to improve | |||
 4.1 General suggestions | 3 (1.0–5.0) | 4.5 (3.75–8.0) | 0.481 |
 4.2 Specific suggestions | 3 (2.0–5.0) | 5 (3.0–7.0) | 0.906 |
 4.3 Aligned to learning outcomes | 0 (0) | 2 (1.0–2.0) | 0.001* |
5. How was feedback assessed? | |||
 5.1 Based on direct observation | 14 (13.0–14.0) | 14 (11.0–14.0) | 0.137 |
 5.2 Based on hearsay from others | 5(3.0–5.0) | 2 (1.0–3.0) | 0.028* |
6. Total number of words | 350 (223–599) | 583 (462–1042) | 0.345 |
7. Feedback acknowledged | 6 (4.0–8.0) | 14 (11.0–14.0) | 0.009* |