In 2024, KT Connects is focusing on open science — the practice of making scientific inputs, outputs, and processes freely available to all with minimal restrictions.

Open science practices provide the foundation for transparent and accessible research. Integrated knowledge translation (IKT) ensures that research is meaningful and useful in realworld settings. By combining these approaches, researchers can maximize the impact and relevance of their findings.

In this presentation, Dr. Hoekstra will share example strategies and practical tips for using open science principles and IKT. She will use a practical example from codeveloping and evaluating an elearning course on spinal cord injury (SCI) physical activity counselling. The free, selfguided elearning course is created for health and fitness professionals providing guidance or counselling to adults with SCI.

After this webinar, the audience will be able to:
1. Explain how the principles of open science and IKT can complement each other.
2. Learn strategies on how to apply IKT principles to codevelop and evaluate an educational course for health and fitness professionals .
3. Provide examples of how to apply open science practices.