Knowledge Broker Network Capability Framework Introduction

1. Knowledge Broker Network Capability FrameworkIntroduction May 2013

2. Definitions • Knowledge broker = active participant in the coordinated network • people collaborating to support practitioners apply knowledge in practice • Capability Framework = Knowledge and skills + application in practice • knowledge skills behaviours values attitudes

3. What is the Capability Framework? Describes the network by describing the range of skills in the network –combining strengths of evidence based practice with quality improvement Underpinned by evidence from a review of knowledge translation models Tool to support improvement - augments know what with know how Supports the Knowledge into Action vision and change package Combines strengths of evidence based practice with quality improvement

4. Using the framework Describes learning outcomes No one person expected to have all Supports collaboration and sharing Linked to KSF dimensions – support CPD planning Mapping tool – self assessment questions to build a picture of the network locally and nationally - not all learning outcomes listed as some are dependant

5. K2A - Sourcing and synthesising knowledge from research, practice and experienceCapability 3 Identifying needs Sourcing both explicit and tacit knowledge Combining, summarising, organising Creating new knowledge from local experiences of implementation Reporting, sharing, disseminating

6. K2A -Delivering actionable knowledge - Capability 4 Defining solutions Embedding solutions Contextualising for local environment Coding and classifying

7. K2A -Facilitating social and relational use of knowledgeCapability 5 Identifying appropriate methods for person to person knowledge exchange Facilitation skills eg support communities of practice Use of various knowledge management techniques and tools to create connections and share Use of social media tools

8. K2A -Building organisational capacity and capabilityCapability 1 Physical library and resources Principles of how knowledge management can support quality improvement Information literacy and training support for end users Leadership and change management Quality improvement

9. K2A -Operating as a coordinated network of knowledge brokersCapability 2 Collaborating Coordinated processes and use of protocols, standards Working in teams, communities and networks

10. Learning opportunities • Formal course • Informal activities • Signposting existing national and local opportunities • Mentoring/coaching • Applying skills in new contexts Work with managers to identify gaps in local network that service aims to fill

11. What the network mapping report output could look like

12. Example of the self assessment questionnaire

13. Next steps • Cath will contact managers about allocating codes to each member of staff • Cath will email the self assessment questionnaires to managers to circulating • Staff can complete self assessment on their own or with manager • All forms to be returned to Cath Ferguson cath.ferguson@nes.scot.nhs.uk