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Using theory and research to shape the practice of continuing professional development.

R D Fox1

  • 1Research Center for Continuing Professional and Higher Education, 200 McCarter Hall, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK 73072, USA.

The Journal of Continuing Education in the Health Professions
|February 24, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Bridging the gap between continuing professional development (CPD) theory and practice requires addressing differing perspectives and strengthening the development function. Implementing a research and development system can ensure research is relevant and actionable for practitioners.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Continuing Professional Development Research
  • Knowledge Translation

Background:

  • The application of new ideas in continuing professional development (CPD) has not kept pace with research expansion.
  • A significant gap exists between theories of physician learning/practice change and their practical application.
  • The research component of CPD research and development (R&D) is strong, but the development function is weak.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe factors contributing to the theory-practice gap in CPD.
  • To suggest actions for reducing this gap.
  • To propose a system for R&D that links research and practice more effectively.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of factors causing the theory-practice gap, including differing perspectives of practitioners and scholars.

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  • Evaluation of a traditional research model's relevance to practitioners.
  • Review of translating theory (e.g., theory of change and learning) into practical tools for assessing readiness to change.

    • Main Results:

    • Differing perspectives on research purposes, foci, and quality attributes contribute to the gap.
    • Traditional research models may not adequately serve practitioner needs.
    • Translating theory into practice requires careful consideration of research problem framing and study conclusions.

    Conclusions:

    • Bridging the theory-practice gap necessitates addressing practitioner-scholar perspectives and enhancing the development function.
    • Reforming research reporting (problem, conclusions) can aid evidence translation.
    • A robust R&D system is proposed to ensure tighter integration of research and practice in CPD.