To facilitate evidence-informed policymaking, we have transformed the ECR-P (Evidence Communication Rules for Policy) critical appraisal tool into an online application. This ensures that the tool is easily accessible and user-friendly, enabling rapid and systematic appraisal of policy recommendations.
The ECR-P app allows users to:
- Examine whether recommendations are grounded in robust evidence
- Calculate quality ratings, providing structured assessments of transparency, clarity, and actionability.
ECR-P offers a comprehensive approach to appraisal, with a clear focus on policy recommendations and the scientific evidence supporting them. ECR-P can be used as a stand-alone app to assist policymakers or applied within the context of a systematic review. By streamlining the evaluation process, the ECR-P app supports the integration of scientific evidence into policy and practice.