Spreading the word : practical guidelines for research dissemination strategies : interim findings

The purpose of this project was to understand current thinking and approaches to dissemination of research as adopted by water supply and sanitation sector based agencies both in the UK and internationally. An initial analysis of common dissemination strategies used, problems and constraints experienced, and factors that aid effective dissemination was undertaken. In turn tentative guidance for research contractors and DFID alike for dissemination of research projects are given. A literature review of project reports, books, academic and professional journals, conference papers, and grey literature sources was undertaken. This provided insights into current thinking and the focus of work on dissemination. In addition case study analysis and semi-structured interviews with key informants posed questions about how and why various research contractors approached dissemination. The dissemination strategy of IRC's MANAGE project is also considered in this book. Part V of the book presents discussion and recommendations of this project, and Part VI suggest recommendations for phase 2 of this Engineering Knowledge and Research (ENGKAR) project.