Bridging Knowledge to Action: Enhancing OT Students’ Knowledge Translation in Fieldwork

Presenter(s): DustinHogan, OTR/L

Content Areas: Academic Education / Fieldwork; Administration & Management

Target Audience: Student, Entry-level, Intermediate-level, Advanced-level

Course Description: Explore how a Knowledge-to-Action (KTA) Framework instructional module impacts OT students' understanding, confidence, and use of Knowledge Translation (KT) during Level 1 fieldwork. This session highlights how structured instruction and supportive environments can bridge the research-to-practice gap and enhance evidence-based practice readiness.