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C&W Knowledge Translation Plan Template
Guides you through the factors to consider when planning effective knowledge translation and implementation.

Knowledge Mobilization Toolkit
Download the knowledge mobilization plan in the Toolkit.
Innovation to Implementation Planning guide
Guides participants through a series of questions to create a KT plan.
Advanced Knowledge Translation (Sunny Hill Evidence Centre)
Looking to expand your expertise and use of knowledge translation tools? Visit the Sunny Hill Child Development & Rehabilitation Evidence Centre online toolkit for worksheets to guide you through each stage of KT planning, using theories and frameworks grounded in implementation science.

Knowledge Translation in Health Care by Ian D. Graham (Editor); Sharon Straus (Editor); Jacqueline Tetroe (Editor)
ISBN: 9781118413548
Publication Date: 2013-08-19

Available in the C&W Study & Learning Commons.

Knowledge Translation (KT) is the process of describing, guiding and informing the moving of evidence into practice. Basically, it is about putting more of what we know into what we do. Below is a growing list of resources to help you get started with your own KT practice.

KT Pathways (MSFHR)
KT Pathways is an assessment tool for anyone who creates, uses or communicates research evidence. It is designed to help you assess your current knowledge translation (KT) skill level and to provide a framework for learning to support the use of research in practice, policy and further research. Created by the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research.
K2A: Knowledge Into Action
Explore the K2A resources created by The Knowledge Network in the UK to support knowledge translation in the NHS.

Online Learning Opportunities

Innovation to Implementation: A Practical Guide to Knowledge Translation in Health Care
A free online course available to help participants understand and use the 7 steps of the I2I (Innovation to implementation) in their KT work. The course can be completed in less than 20 minutes, over multiple sessions.
SickKids Knowledge Translation eLearning Modules
2 modules on Introduction to KT and How to Prepare a KT Plan.
Knowledge Translation and Implementation Science Webinar Series
An on-demand six-part webinar series presented by the Canadian Patient Safety Institute. Consider how contemporary approaches in knowledge translation and implementation science can be directly applied to enhance your current patient safety work, in terms of a broader understanding of knowledge translation and implementation science using concrete steps and approaches and tools for the rigorous application of knowledge translation.

Implementation Science at a Glance
A single, concise summary of key theories, methods, and considerations that support the adoption of evidence-based cancer control interventions. Although the book discusses cancer care specifically, the principles of implementation science can apply to all areas of health care.

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Learning Opportunities at C+W

Introduction to Knowledge Translation
PPT for the workshop on Introduction to Knowledge Translation held on November 19, 2019. See LearningHub link below to register for an upcoming session.

LearningHub Registration: Introduction to Knowledge Translation
Learning Technologies at C&W
The Learning Technologies team at C&W's New Knowledge & Innovation has strategies and resources to help you move your evidence into practice. The team also provides expert consultation on a variety of innovative learning techniques and planning tools to make the most of the time and resources you have.