Through an examination of philosophies, theories and praxis in the application of nursing knowledge, this graduate level course will prepare students to lead innovative research, education and practice in knowledge application and translation. Learning activities will focus on theoretical and practical issues around developing and applying knowledge to improve health or health care systems. The course will provide an introduction to basic principles, conceptual frameworks, research design, and interventions used in knowledge translation, and students will develop capacity to engage with an array of knowledge users and stakeholders. Prerequisite: NURS 580.
Objectives:
- Analyze the philosophical and theoretical underpinnings of a variety of knowledge translation conceptual frameworks
- Analyze the methodological underpinnings of diverse knowledge translation approaches
- Identify the diverse range of stakeholders and knowledge users involved for effective knowledge translation research and interventions
- Evaluate the cohesion and congruency of research questions, design and outcomes in translational research
- Further develop leadership capacities around application and translation of nursing knowledge and stakeholder engagement
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