Knowledge Translation

Question 1

What is knowledge translation (KT)?

Answer 1

Sharing research findings, insights, and experiences.
Also referred to as knowledge mobilization, knowledge sharing, and knowledge communication.
A dynamic process that includes researchers and knowledge users (any individual who is likely to be able to use the knowledge gained through research).

Question 2

What are the four fundamental elements of KT?

Answer 2

Synthesis
Dissemination
Exchange
Ethically-sound application of knowledge

Question 3

Synthesis

Answer 3

Integrating findings from different studies

Question 4

Dissemination

Answer 4

Identifying an audience and tailoring the sharing of knowledge to them

Question 5

Exchange

Answer 5

Engagement between researchers and knowledge users

Question 6

Ethically-sound application of knowledge

Answer 6

Putting knowledge into practice

Question 7

KT process

Answer 7

Two ways to plan timing of KT activities include end of project KT or integrated KT

Question 8

End of project KT

Answer 8

Sharing knowledge gained during a project.
Presented after a project has been completed.
Ie. Published journal articles, conference presentations

Question 9

Integrated KT

Answer 9

Active engagement between researchers and knowledge users throughout entire research process.
KT is ongoing through research project

Question 10

KT Strategies

Answer 10

Traditional approaches include publications, conference presentations.
Innovative approaches includes arts-based, text-based, media-based, and relationship-oriented

Question 11

How do researchers choose their KT strategy?

Answer 11

Research question or study purpose should drive the KT approach.
Consider the intended audience.
-ie. community members to learn about a healthy eating program, versus coaches to learn about concussion management
Ensure strategies are ethically sound