Keywords

community of practice, evidence-based practice, knowledge translation, wisdom-based action

Authors

1. Turnbull, Ann P. EdD
2. Summers, Jean Ann PhD
3. Gotto, George PhD
4. Stowe, Matt JD
5. Beauchamp, Donna
6. Klein, Samara JD
7. Kyzar, Kathleen MA
8. Turnbull, Rud JD
9. Zuna, Nina PhD

Abstract

This article discusses a new approach to knowledge translation using Web 2.0 technologies in an online Community of Practice (CoP). The purpose of the CoP is to promote wisdom-based action, a process that encourages people to engage with knowledge, match it to their own values, vision, and contexts, make a well-informed decision, and act on that decision. We use our own Early Childhood Family Support CoP as a case study.