Table 6 Main themes and major concepts emerging from the application of social constructivist theory to knowledge translation interventions

Post-modernist views on knowledge and knowledge acquisition

Practice based on experience

Knowledge of ethics and professional practice

Outcomes regarding patient care

For generating EBP knowledge

Original/authentic problems to be addressed

Role of personal and professional values vs. formal knowledge

Novice vs. expert

Understanding of clients’ realities

For sharing knowledge

Meaning of evidence

Experiential learning

Progress and role

For impacting on knowledge, attitudes and intentions to apply o evidence in practice

Meaning of experiences

SC in how learning and expertise develop

For promoting reflective practice

Patient welfare as a motivator

Differences between specialist and generalist in skills and knowledge

For problem solving, critical thinking and reflection

Perceived support

Combining experiences

For changing attitudes

Loyalty to profession

Working together

For creating meaning

Learner satisfaction and involvement

For sharing knowledge (Theoretical and practical)

Meaning of competency

For knowledge that is actionable

Role of previous experience

For practice based evaluations

Direct, reflective learning

Role of context

Feedback from colleagues

Learners guide learning process

Threat of evaluation