ABSTRACT
In the health professions, it is important to recognise and embrace research that focuses on both the art and the science of education. The occupational therapy literature contains a small and largely descriptive pool of research regarding educational practices. The unsystematic use (or non-use) of research to inform educational practices compromises the quality and effectiveness of professional education. This paper describes a national strategy undertaken in Canada to profile the state of research activity in occupational therapy education, initiate an action plan to address underlying barriers, and build a community of educational researchers. Recommendations are provided for an international response targeted at mobilising broad-based collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Acknowledgements
The authors wish to thank the Association of Canadian Occupational Therapy University Programs for their ongoing support.
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