Table 2 KT strategies for librarians and libraries
Theme: Connecting to information via people and venues | |
|---|---|
Subtheme | Suggested KT strategies |
Librarians and libraries as knowledge hubs | Educational outreach and materials |
• Create and disseminate training modules (or other educational outreach) to familiarize public librarians with ICTs like the Portal, and how to guide and support target users to find and, if necessary, print desired health information • Distribute accessible information pamphlets on various health topics at libraries | |
Interactive small group sessions | |
• Use libraries as a venue for information sessions for patients | |
Champions/opinion leaders | |
• Develop relationships with Librarian Associations (e.g., Canadian Library Association) | |
Conferences | |
• Attend library association meetings or conferences | |