Lärande av och genom forskning i lokala FoU projekt : Att skapa kunskap i samspel mellan forskning och praktik

Sammanfattning: The aim of this study is increased insight and understanding of how learning from research to practice is working theoretically and experienced by participants. Research questions are: 1. What does learning from research mean, from a theoretical perspective? 2. How is learning from research to develop practice experienced from a participant perspective? 3. How can learning from research at work be promoted and contribute to better understanding of interactions between research and practice in local research and development projects? A theoretical- analytical framework is developed. It is then used to understand and explain how learning from research is experienced by participants in local R & D projects. After data collection using semi structured interviews and a thematic analysis, new aspects are added to the framework in an abductive process. The results show that a rewarding interplay between research and practice is possible, but it needs more critical reflections and a developed understanding of different types of knowledge and their unique contributions to learning. An epistemological change is needed where practical knowledge and research is seen as equals is also important. Where researchers instead of being experts becomes co-creators of knowledge along with the practitioner, to solve common issues.