Conference presentation
Online Technology: Central to Information Management and Knowledge Transfer
Research Transfer Network of Alberta (RTNA) Conference: Innovate, Influence, Integrate, 2010 (Edmonton, Canada, 21-Nov-2010–23-Nov-2010)
2010
Abstract
Context: Knowledge is the cornerstone of best practice in today's knowledge based economy (Liyanage, Elhag, Ballal, & Li, 2009). As a PhD student, I am investigating the topic "Exploring the role of online technology in information management and knowledge transfer in occupational therapy". Hypothesis: Occupational therapists, like many other health care professionals, have diffi culty fi nding time to undertake ongoing professional development, therefore strategic approaches to information literacy and knowledge translation are essential. Online technologies present an exciting new avenue for information management and knowledge transfer, while also off ering a low cost alternative to attending professional development courses.Research methodology Before jumping on the online technology bandwagon, we need to understand the level of use of these technologies in the occupational therapy profession and discover the existing barriers to accessing online technologies. The research project will be completed in two phases. In phase one, I will survey current occupational therapy students, educators and practitioners about current use of online technologies. In phase two, I will use a Delphi study to develop a framework of best practice to introduce online technology for ongoing professional development. Results In this presentation I will describe a model that I have developed while undertaking my PhD studies. This model illustrates how online technologies are integral to the information management and knowledge transfer cycle. I will present to the audience a range of ways that online technology can be used to enhance professional development for health care practitioners. I will also present the known barriers that health care practitioners face in trying to access and master online technologies for professional development.
Details
- Title
- Online Technology: Central to Information Management and Knowledge Transfer
- Authors
- Anita L Hamilton (Author) - Deakin UniversityJ Coldwell (Author) - Deakin UniversityA Craig (Author) - Deakin University
- Conference details
- Research Transfer Network of Alberta (RTNA) Conference: Innovate, Influence, Integrate, 2010 (Edmonton, Canada, 21-Nov-2010–23-Nov-2010)
- Date published
- 2010
- Organisation Unit
- University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health - Occupational Therapy; Engage Research Lab; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450031902621
- Output Type
- Conference presentation
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