What is Consensus?
Consensus is an AI-powered academic search tool that reviews millions of peer-reviewed research articles and produces clear, evidence-based summaries of the findings. Instead of reading dozens of abstracts, users get a concise overview of where experts agree, disagree, and what the overall weight of evidence suggests.
Consensus is designed to support students who may struggle with research skills by simplifying complex scholarly information while still maintaining academic rigor.
Why It Matters for TCC
Consensus supports academic success across multiple pathways by:
- Helping beginning researchers understand scholarly findings quickly
- Reducing confusion around article selection
- Providing accessible, plain-language explanations of research
- Supporting the college’s focus on inquiry, writing, evidence, and critical thinking
- Assisting faculty with locating trustworthy sources for teaching
