Knowledge-to-action processes in SHRTN collaborative communities of practice: A study protocol
2011

Understanding Knowledge-to-Action Processes in Senior Health Care

Sample size: 9 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): James Conklin, Anita Kothari, Paul Stolee, Larry Chambers, Dorothy Forbes, Ken Le Clair

Primary Institution: Concordia University

Hypothesis

How do knowledge-to-action processes mobilized through SHRTN Communities of Practice improve the health of Ontario seniors?

Conclusion

The study aims to enhance understanding of how knowledge exchange initiatives in health care for seniors can be improved.

Supporting Evidence

  • The SHRTN Collaborative has over 8,500 members working to improve seniors' health.
  • The study will explore the role of human agents in knowledge-to-action processes.
  • Data will be collected through various qualitative methods to ensure comprehensive insights.

Takeaway

This study looks at how groups of people share and use knowledge to help seniors get better health care.

Methodology

The study will use a multiple case study design with a minimum of nine cases over three years, collecting data through interviews, document analysis, and ethnographic observation.

Participant Demographics

Participants include caregivers, policy makers, researchers, and educators involved in senior health care.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1748-5908-6-12

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