Knowledge Translation Advancement at a Childhood Disability Research Centre: Report on a Five-Year Strategic Plan

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https://doi.org/10.22230/src.2021v12n1a387

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knowledge translation, knowledge mobilization, strategic planning, childhood disability research / application des connaissances, mobilisation des connaissances, planification stratégique, recherche en handicaps infantiles

Abstract

Background: Knowledge translation (KT) can be challenging to do effectively. Capturing the progress of KT activities and their impact is critical, but few resources exist for research organizations to systematically evaluate these. A status update was completed to understand the progress of KT at a childhood disability research centre five years after a KT strategic plan was developed.
Analysis: A survey was completed by researchers, trainees, and staff to report on their KT activities, rate the importance of six priority areas, and rate their satisfaction.
Conclusion and implications: This article highlights examples of KT activities and provides recommendations for KT advancement in childhood disability research organizations.

Contexte : L’application des connaissances (AC) peut être difficile de faire effectivement. L’évaluation du progrès et de l’impact des activités d’AC est essentielle, mais il existe peu de ressources qui peuvent soutenir les organisations de recherche souhaitant faire une évaluation systématique. Un rapport de situation a été complété pour mieux comprendre comment l’AC a été fait dans un centre de recherche pour les enfants en situation de handicap, cinq ans après qu’une stratégie d’AC ait été développée.
Analyse : Un sondage a été rempli par les chercheurs, les étudiants, et le personnel au centre de recherche pour indiquer les activités d’AC réalisées et pour évaluer l’importance de six domaines prioritaires et leur satisfaction.
Conclusion et implications : Cet article souligne des exemples d’activités d’AC et fourni des recommandations pour l’avancement de l’AC dans les organisations de recherche en réadaptation pédiatrique.

Author Biographies

Samantha K. Micsinszki, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, McMaster University & CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University

Samantha K. Micsinszki is a Postdoctoral Fellow at the School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University, and the CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, 1400 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 1C7. Email: micsinss@mcmaster.ca.

Rachel Teplicky, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University

Rachel Teplicky is the Business and Engagement Officer at CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, 1400 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 1C7. Email: teplicr@mcmaster.ca.

Dayle McCauley, CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University

Dayle McCauley is a Research Development Officer at the CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, 1400 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 1C7. Email: dmccaul@mcmaster.ca.

Jan Willem Gorter, Department of Pediatrics, McMaster University & CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University

Jan Willem Gorter holds the Scotiabank Chair in Child Health Research. He is a Professor of Pediatrics, and the Director of CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, 1400 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 1C7. Email: gorter@mcmaster.ca.

Michelle Phoenix, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, McMaster University; CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University; and Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Michelle Phoenix is an Assistant Professor in the Speech-Language Pathology Program in the School of Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University and a Scientist at the CanChild Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, 1400 Main St. W., Hamilton, ON, Canada L8S 1C7. She is an Adjunct Scientist at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Email: phoenimp@mcmaster.ca.

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2021-07-31

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