14: Knowledge Translation

KINE 4646 Overview

• Course Title: Delivering Exercise to the Aging – Knowledge to Action

• Lecture: 14

• Instructor: Prof. Chip Rowan – PhD, CSEP-CEP

Upcoming Assignments and Exams

• Program Design Assignment

• Part I: Due Nov 15th

• Part II: Due Nov 22nd

• Peer Review: Nov 29th

• Reflection Part II: Dec 3rd

• Final Exam

• Date: Tuesday, Dec 10th @9am

• NOTE: Book ALT centre if accommodations are needed

Assignment Notes

• Page Count Requirements

• References

• Format: Vancouver

• In-Text Citation Example:

  • “A recent review noted that exercise for older adults was a powerful predictor of successful aging (1)”

  • or “A recent review noted that exercise for older adults was a powerful predictor of successful aging1”

• Bibliography Example:

• 1. Rowan C, Doe J, et al. The impact of exercise on successful aging. Journal of Aging. 2024. 111(3):23-55

UPDATED COURSE Road Map

• Key Dates:

  • Nov 5th + 7th: Photovoice Reviews

  • Nov 12th: Knowledge Translation

  • Nov 14th: Work on the assignment (Due Nov 15th)

  • Nov 19th: Behaviour Change

  • Nov 21st: Work on the assignment (Due Nov 22nd)

  • Nov 26th: Assessment for Older Adults

  • Exam Review and Course Wrap-up

Key Information for Knowledge Translation

• Importance of understanding knowledge translation in the context of health.

Understanding Knowledge Translation

• What is Knowledge Translation?

• Defined as:

  • “A dynamic and iterative process that includes synthesis, dissemination, exchange and ethically-sound application of knowledge to improve health.”

  • Involves interactions between researchers and knowledge users:

    • Practitioners, policy-makers, educators, health care administrators, etc.

Key Elements of Knowledge Translation

• Synthesis

• Integration of research findings; reproducible and transparent methods.

• Example: Systematic review using Cochrane methods.

• Dissemination

• Identifying the audience and tailoring messages: summaries, educational sessions.

• Exchange

• Interaction between knowledge users and researchers for mutual learning.

• Ethically-sound application of knowledge

• Consistent with ethical principles, reflects findings without misleading.

Approaches to Knowledge Translation

• End of Grant KT

• Traditional dissemination: conference presentations, peer-reviewed publications.

• Integrated KT

• Involvement of stakeholders throughout research process; improves relevance and usability of findings.

Knowledge to Action Process

• Action Cycle:

• Monitor Knowledge Use

• Select, Tailor, Implement Interventions

• Evaluate Outcomes

• Assess Barriers to Knowledge Use

• Sustain Knowledge Products

• Identify, Review, Select Knowledge

Tools for Knowledge Translation

• Personal reflection on experiences with scientific information

• Types of tools: courses, eLearning modules, infographics, social media.

Health Literacy

• Definition:

• “The ability to access, comprehend, evaluate and communicate information to improve health.”

• Significance:

• 47% of Ontarians have low health literacy; correlation with health outcomes.

• Older adults with low literacy are more likely to face adverse health effects.

• Promotion Strategies:

  • Engage with audience, use plain language, ensure relevance, employ patient-friendly materials (infographics, videos).

Teach Back Technique

• Reassessing understanding and clarifying knowledge through interactive engagement.

Summary on KT Example

• Recent study on HIIT exercise training shows significant improvement in VO2max among older adults, indicating its effectiveness in countering age-related declines in aerobic capacity. This knowledge should be communicated in accessible language considering the 'teach back' approach.