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A Neuroscientific Approach to the Examination of Concussions in Student-Athletes
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Knowledge transfer principles as applied to sport concussion education
C F Provvidenza1, K M Johnston
1Cancer Care Ontario, Ontario, Canada.
British Journal of Sports Medicine
|May 13, 2009
Summary
Effective sport concussion education requires understanding diverse learning needs and applying knowledge transfer principles. Tailoring strategies to healthcare professionals, coaches, and athletes is crucial for improving knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors regarding concussions.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Neuroscience
- Education
Background:
- Knowledge transfer is crucial for effective learning in healthcare and sports.
- Sport concussion education requires tailored approaches for diverse audiences.
- Optimizing concussion education necessitates understanding optimal learning needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine knowledge transfer and optimal learning needs for healthcare professionals, coaches, and student athletes.
- To apply knowledge transfer principles to sport concussion education resources.
- To identify needs and recommend improvements for concussion education.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative literature review of knowledge transfer and concussion education.
- Searched databases including PubMed, Medline, PsycINFO, and SPORTDiscus.
- Reviewed 52 journal articles, 20 websites, and 2 books.
Main Results:
- Optimal learning varies among individuals, necessitating diverse educational strategies.
- Physician education is influenced by outreach, interaction, and reminders.
- Effective strategies for allied health include problem-based learning and peer-assisted learning; coaches benefit from reflective practice; athletes have varied learning needs.
- Evaluating concussion resources' impact on knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors is essential.
Conclusions:
- Knowledge transfer is an emerging concept in sports medicine impacting concussion education.
- Integrating audience-specific learning needs and evaluation is key to improving concussion knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors.
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