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Translational research as an integral part of work–based learning

Fulton, John and Keogh, Shelagh (2019) Translational research as an integral part of work–based learning. In: 11th International Conference on Researching Work-Based Learning, 24-26th July 2019, Giessen Germany. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

Shelagh Keogh, Northumbria University, UK
This paper explores the concept of translational research as an appropriate strategy for work based learning. Translational research as the name suggests it is about the translation of research findings into practice. Practice and practice development are integral to the learning in the work place and translational research is therefore an excellent mechanism for work based learning.
Medicine is its main exponent but it is becoming increasingly commoner in other areas. Traditionally translational research refers to the translating of laboratory based findings to clinical practice as such is a highly prescriptive and regulated approach. More recently, Public Health has explored ways of translating findings of epidemiological studies into clinical practice and education has also explored strategies which can be used in the translation of research into both curriculum design and classroom practice. Although clearly it is applicable to a range of practices and disciplines
There are two main issues which need to be considered in translational research, the nature of knowledge and the roles involved in the translation of research findings into practice:
The knowledge valued in different disciplinary areas can differ for example in medicine and the health professions application of research is highly regulated and controlled, novel and innovative ideas go through a rigorous testing process. Whereas in many business settings and in the creative industries novel and innovative ideas are the starting point. Having determined the knowledge which is valued the tensions which are inherent in the work place need to be explored. Traditional ways of doing things can be challenged and this can draw on skills
The roles played are important and central to the translation. In work based learning much will depend on the programme and the stage involved, for instance in doctoral programme the students may take the lead whereas in undergraduate programmes the student will be part of a highly supervised and supported team
It is an approach which if planned and correctly executed develops practice and it can be a very powerful tool for learning to demonstrate this the paper will conclude with a case study of a translational research project. Involved the translation of research study into practice in a care environment. The stages involved will be discussed and outlined in some detail. The benefits and drawbacks of the approach, as a learning tool will also be outlined and considered

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Item ID: 11523
URI: http://sure.sunderland.ac.uk/id/eprint/11523
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Date Deposited: 11 Feb 2020 09:54
Last Modified: 30 Sep 2020 11:16

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Author: John Fulton ORCID iD
Author: Shelagh Keogh

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Centre for Pedagogy

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Education > Educational Research
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