LibGuides: Scoping Reviews: Step 1: Scoping Review Protocol Development

Scoping Review Protocols

It provides a map of the review for every stage of the process
Documenting the plan or protocol prior to completing the review reduces the bias and improves the validity
A registered protocol establishes provenance of the research project for the specific question

A protocol is considered best practice by the JBI Manual and the PRISMA Extension for Scoping Reviews
Reduces bias by establishing your criteria a priori
Much of the information within the protocol will assist with the article format and writing

JBI Manual - Scoping Review Protocol
This chapter in the JBI Manual species what is required for a complete scoping review protocol.
Best practice guidance and reporting items for the development of scoping review protocols
The purpose of this article is to clearly describe how to develop a robust and detailed scoping review protocol, which is the first stage of the scoping review process. This paper provides detailed guidance and a checklist for prospective authors to ensure that their protocols adequately inform both the conduct of the ensuing review and their readership.

Evidence Synthesis Protocol Template
This template provides a framework to guide the development of a protocol for systematic or scoping reviews.
Pediatric tonsillectomy quality of life assessment instruments: a scoping review protocol
This article is a great example of completed scoping review protocol.

BMJ Open Science
BMJ Open Science accepts protocols for publication.
Open Science Framework
OSF is the most common place to deposit protocols for scoping reviews. OSF is completely free to use.
How to Create a Preregistration in OSF
This page breaks down step-by-step how to register your protocol in OSF.