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RECAP e-Learning Modules
The RECAP e-learning modules are a free resource for researchers, research partners and members of the general public. They were co-created with RECAP partners and researchers to:
- Enhance researchers' abilities to implement co-creation design principles with diverse partners from various sectors;
- Support research partners to learn more about collaborative research opportunities and the various roles they could play on research teams; and
- Empower everyone to overcome power differentials when contributing and learning about multi-sectorial expertise, lived experience, and critical perspectives throughout the research process.
These self-directed modules each take approximately 30 minutes to complete and are appropriate for everyone with an interest in partnered research collaborations. With current information, resources, testimonials and videos by Western researchers and partners, the modules can help enhance and elevate collaborations for greater impact for those who are new to partnered research or those with prior experience.
Module 1: Research Partnerships for Greater Impact
This module provides an introduction to general goals and types of research, research at Western, and an overview of the research process. Highlighted is the importance of exploring mutual benefits for everyone involved on the research team to build authentic relationships and advance research.
Module 2: Motivations, Roles and Guiding Principles
This module provides an overview of common values and principles to develop and maintain research partnerships. The importance of effective communication, recognition of strengths and contributions and flexibility in research partnerships roles is discussed. Highlighted is the value of co-creation and common challenges and mitigation strategies are presented.
Module 3: The Process of Research Partnerships
This module provides an overview of the research partnership process and practical steps and tips to support engagement, development, and stewardship of the partnership. Relevant activities and strategies are provided and linked to content presented in modules 1 and 2.
Special Interest Module 1: Equitable Research Partnerships
This module is designed to strengthen meaningful engagement in research by fostering inclusive, collaborative, and community-driven approaches. Building on the foundational RECAP modules 1–3, this module offers practical strategies to embed equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDID) principles into research partnerships with diverse, equity deserving partners.
Special Interest Module 2: Indigenous Research Partnerships
Coming Spring 2026.
Own Your Future Badge: Research Partnership Skills
Contact Us
For more information on RECAP or how you can get involved, please contact the RECAP Program at western.recap@uwo.ca.