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Grace Sze Yin Leo1,2, Ross Fisher3, Tessa Davis4,5
1General Paediatric Medicine Division, Sydney Children's Hospital, Randwick, New South Wales, Australia.
Effective knowledge translation is crucial for evidence-based practice. This study details presentation techniques to enhance knowledge sharing in both in-person and remote settings, improving continuing medical education.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Knowledge Translation
- Scientific Communication
Background:
- High-quality research investment contrasts with inadequate attention to practical knowledge dissemination.
- Evidence-based practice relies on effective knowledge translation.
- Continuing medical education requires understanding fundamental presentation principles.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of effective presentations in knowledge translation.
- To describe established techniques for improving scientific presentations.
- To adapt these techniques for both face-to-face and remote settings.
Main Methods:
- Review of established presentation techniques.
- Analysis of challenges in remote presentations.
- Guidance on applying techniques in diverse settings.
Main Results:
- Established presentation techniques can significantly improve knowledge translation.
- Remote presentations present unique challenges requiring adapted strategies.
- Effective techniques are applicable across various educational formats.
Conclusions:
- Improving presentation skills is vital for effective knowledge translation in medical education.
- Strategies exist to enhance knowledge sharing in both traditional and virtual environments.
- Focusing on presentation techniques supports evidence-based practice.
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