Introduction to Knowledge Translation
Learn the fundamentals of knowledge translation and develop skills to effectively bridge research and practice in health and social service sectors.
Learn the fundamentals of knowledge translation and develop skills to effectively bridge research and practice in health and social service sectors.
This comprehensive course introduces the essential concepts of knowledge translation, focusing on bridging the gap between research and practical implementation. Students learn to identify factors affecting knowledge utilization, explore effective translation mechanisms, and master various communication tools. The course emphasizes practical applications in healthcare and social services, teaching participants to plan and evaluate knowledge translation processes effectively. Through diverse learning methods including educational videos, practical exercises, and interactive sessions, participants develop crucial skills for implementing evidence-based practices.
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What you'll learn
Understand fundamental concepts of knowledge translation and implementation
Identify factors that promote or inhibit knowledge utilization in practice
Master various knowledge translation tools and communication strategies
Learn to plan and execute effective knowledge translation processes
Develop skills in creating policy briefs and infographics
Gain expertise in organizing deliberative workshops
Skills you'll gain
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Graded assignments, quizzes, practical exercises
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There are 8 modules in this course
This comprehensive course introduces students to knowledge translation fundamentals, emphasizing the bridge between research and practical implementation. The curriculum covers essential concepts, research methodologies, and practical tools for effective knowledge translation. Students learn about various translation mechanisms, including policy briefs, infographics, and deliberative dialogues. The course combines theoretical understanding with practical applications, featuring educational videos, case studies, and interactive exercises. Special attention is given to planning translation processes and evaluating their impact in real-world settings.
Basic Concepts of Knowledge Translation
Module 1
Research on Knowledge Translation
Module 2
Planning a Knowledge Translation Process
Module 3
Knowledge Brokering
Module 4
Developing Knowledge Translation Tools
Module 5
Preparing an Oral Presentation and Slideshow
Module 6
Organizing a Deliberative Workshop
Module 7
Evaluating the Impact of Knowledge Translation
Module 8
Fee Structure
Instructors
6 Courses
Distinguished Knowledge Transfer Expert and Research Implementation Pioneer
Christian Dagenais serves as Full Professor in the Department of Psychology at the Université de Montréal since 2004, where he leads the RENARD research team on knowledge transfer, established in 2008 with FQRSC funding. His research focuses on three main areas: evaluating psychosocial intervention staff needs, assessing knowledge transfer strategies, and identifying conditions that promote research utilization. His career includes significant roles as Evaluation Director at the Centre de liaison sur l'intervention et la prévention psychosociales (CLIPP) from 2002 to 2011, and since 2023, as Scientific Director of the Centre de transfert pour la réussite éducative du Québec (CTREQ). His work extends internationally to countries including Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Madagascar, and France. With a PhD in Psychology from UQAM (2000), he has established himself as a leading figure in knowledge transfer research, bringing together high-caliber researchers and practitioners. His recent publications focus on MOOC-based learning for knowledge translation, evaluation frameworks for knowledge mobilization strategies, and the changing paradigm of knowledge transfer among graduate students
6 Courses
Distinguished Global Health Expert and Public Policy Researcher
Valéry Ridde serves as Director of Research at CEPED and the Institute of Health and Development at Cheikh Anta Diop University in Dakar, Senegal, following his role as Associate Professor at the University of Montreal's School of Public Health. His research focuses on health service financing, program evaluation, and public health policies from an equity and global health perspective. With a PhD in Community Health from Laval University and extensive field experience in West Africa, he has published over 200 scientific articles and several influential books on health equity. His work as Research Chair in Applied Public Health and leadership of the global health cluster at the University of Montreal's Institute of Public Health Research has significantly influenced health policy implementation in developing countries. As Associate Editor of BMJ Global Health and Global Health Promotion, he continues to shape global health discourse while maintaining an active teaching presence across multiple countries including Burkina Faso, Haiti, Germany, and Senegal.
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