Table 3 Five themes identified through conventional content analysis in post hoc analysis
From: Integrated knowledge translation guidelines for trainees in health research: an environmental scan
Theme | Frequency of documents demonstrating theme | Example from included documents |
|---|---|---|
(1) Strategic plans and annual research reports with the goal of collaborative research (using IKT approaches) | Customized Google search (N = 1) | Concordia University • Outlined goal of engagement in collaborative research • Outlined goal of collaborative research approach since 2015 • Specifically in 2019/2020 Annual Report contained a priority initiative to engage in research partnerships abroad (engage in collaborative research projects) |
Targeted university search (N = 15) | ||
(2) Grant funding applications and resources supporting and/or requiring IKT approach in application | Customized Google search (N = 1) | University of Alberta; IKT and Grant Application Workshop [34] • Workshop intended for graduate students • Support in applying for a CIHR Grant • Detailed discussion on KT engagement plans and requirement for applications • Emphasis on KT engagement plans |
Targeted university search (N = 12) | ||
(3) Courses, events and education sessions for graduate student engagement in an IKT research approach | Customized Google search (N = 6) | University of Calgary [35] • In 2019, the University of Calgary held a symposium of mobilizing knowledge on newcomers • Event encouraged collaboration and networking amongst knowledge users and researchers • Encouraged discussion on priority topics to be addressed through research |
Targeted university search (N = 13) | ||
(4) Information or education materials emphasizing importance of using an IKT approach in research | Customized Google search (N = 18) | Canadian Institute of Health Research [36] • PDF document found online • Overview of integrated knowledge translation including definitions, examples and worksheets • Inclusion of a proposal worksheet for incorporating an IKT approach to health research • Emphasis on the importance of engaging in IKT to improve patient outcomes |
Targeted university search (N = 20) | ||
(5) IKT Toolkits specific to researchers, but not inclusive of graduate students/trainees | Customized Google search (N = 20) | Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada [37] • One-page infographic • Multistep process to successfully engage in an integrated knowledge translation approach • Purpose of the infographic is to guide partnerships |
Targeted university search (N = 5) |