Harnessing research utilization for evidence-informed practice and policy

Artemio  M. Gonzales Jr.,

Harnessing research utilization for evidence-informed practice and policy

Discipline: Education

Abstract:

Research utilization is integral to evidence-based practice (EBP) and evidence-informed policy (EIP). This involves utilizing research findings as the foundation for decision-making concerning policy, advocacy, resource allocation, planning and management, and program systems development and strengthening. Such utilization can be achieved through various means, including organizing workshops, publishing articles, crafting policy briefs, offering technical support, and conducting individual meetings with stakeholders (Walugembe et al., 2015). The concept of research utilization is described in various literatures as knowledge translation, knowledge management, knowledge exchange, knowledge transfer, knowledge utilization, or research dissemination (Murunga et al., 2020).

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