Getting research into practice

Booth A and O'Rourke A (2000).
Getting Research Into Practice: An optional self-study module for the Unit GMH 6050 - Literature Review & Critical Appraisal. 
Sheffield: University of Sheffield, School of Health and Related Research.
http://www.shef.ac.uk/~scharr/ir/units/resprac/index.htm

1. Learning Aim

To understand the barriers, constraints and enablers that can result in the successful implementation of research.

2. Learning Objectives

At the end of this section, you should be able to:

• Define the essential components of Roger's theories regarding diffusion of innovations.
• Identify the major variables involved in the implementation of a successful change scenario.
• Identify the main phases in the implementation of clinical change and consider problems arising at each and how they may be overcome
• Describe the characteristics of major players in the context of change such as innovators, laggards and opinion leaders.
• Describe major initiatives and resources supporting implementation and change in a health service setting.

Contents:

• Introduction
• Diffusion of Innovations
• Creating a Clinical Change Strategy
• Definitions
• Organisations
• Conclusions
• References

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