Lesson 11 - Knowledge Translation

Question 1

What is knowledge translation?

Answer 1

the synthesis, exchange and application of knowledge by relevant stakeholders to accelerate benefits of global and local innovation in strengthening health systems and improving peoples health
OR
multi-dimensional active process of ensuring that new knowledge gained through the course of research ultimately improves the lives of people with disabilities and furthers their participation in society

Question 2

What does knowledge translation include?

Answer 2

creation of knowledge
TO
application to yield beneficial outcome for society

Question 3

What are the characteristics of knowledge translation?

Answer 3

• includes all steps b/w creation of new knowledge and its applcication
• needs multi-directional communication
• interactive process
• ongoing collaboration
• multiple activities
• non-linear process
• emphasizes the use of research generated knowledge
• diverse
• impact-oriented
• interdisciplinary

Question 4

What does knowledge translation process include?

Answer 4

• knowledge dissemination
• communication
• technology transfer
• ethical context
• knowledge management/utilization
• 2 way exchange b/w researchers and those who apply the knowledge
• implementation research
• technology assessment
• synthesis of results w/global context
• development of consensus guidelines

Question 5

Who are the different types of interactive groups?

Answer 5

• Researchers within/across disciplines
• policy makers, planners & managers
• health care providers
• general public, patient groups, those who help to shape their views/represent their interests
• private sector (manufactures, distributors)

Question 6

What is the interaction-focused framework/understanding-user context framework?

Answer 6

• the user group
• the dissemination strategies
• the researcher user relationship
• the research
• the issue

Question 7

What are the barriers to knowledge translation?

Answer 7

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