Practice Abstract - Research and innovation

Using the knowledge exchange pathways to create higher impact

Sharing, co-creation and exchange of knowledge within a thematic network (TN) includes continuous dialogue and action between users and consortium members to allow them to influence the direction and knowledge exchange of the TN. Engaging users beyond your network is also key to creating higher impact. The Knowledge Exchange Pathways (KEP) illustrate the main mechanisms to collect, share and present your TN’s ready for practice knowledge to as many users as possible.



Your TN knowledge is generated through exchange, co-learning and co-creation. This knowledge is then collected or ‘harvested’ for further dissemination and exploitation by Pathways 2 and 3. Pathway 2 involves multiplying the TN knowledge by network members sharing this to new/other users. Pathway 3 is another step removed and involves presenting and dispersing the knowledge to new users via various tools (recommendation: videos and podcasts) or by actors not directly involved in the network:



Collaborative processes with and by users, including peer-to-peer exchange, are the most effective strategies to help exploitation of new practices on–farm. But this is not possible for all. Utilising digital means of knowledge exchange is key. For example, bringing the knowledge creation alive for the user through videos and podcasts. Use the KEP to reflect and identify the most accessible and appropriate knowledge exchange strategies. Depending on your context, time, budget and capacity, utilising all three pathways will create higher impact. For more information, tools, practices and methods for monitoring your KEP impact please go to page 11 of the EURAKNOS Explorers Guide https://tinyurl.com/y3pvbulv

Source Project
EURAKNOS
Ongoing | 2019-2021
Main funding source
Horizon 2020 (EU Research and Innovation Programme)
Geographical location
Belgium
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