| Objective-based framework/ Clement et al. (2000) | PCRN effectiveness in terms of realizing predefined and agreed objectives | Predefined and agreed objectives for PCRNs: To develop a network infrastructure To develop research capacity of primary care participants (PCPs) To increase the number/quality of research projects led by PCPs To increase the use of research findings by PCPs To increase the number/quality of research projects in which PCPs collaborate To increase the number/quality of research projects in which PCPs participate To provide a network that PCPs find acceptable
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| Evaluation tool kit/Harvey et al. (2000) | PCRN suitable for purpose and potential productivity in terms of producing knowledge and creating ideas and intellectual capital | Organizational and management dimensions which create social and intellectual capital for PCRNs: Strategic emphasis Winner focus capacity-building Practitioner capacity-building
Policy Composition of executive Direction of decision making
Network structure Strength of center Hierarchy (direction of power and resources)
Research infrastructure Governance of research Mechanisms for identifying research needs Mechanisms for encouraging research ideas Route of research ideas into projects Mechanisms for supporting research Mechanisms for evaluating research
Network processes Leadership style Cultural cohesion Trust relationships
Process facilitation Ease of joining the network Mechanisms for enabling inter-relationships Multidisciplinary Mechanisms for publicizing the network Mechanisms for allowing feedback Ease of contacting support
Network boundaries Relationships with partner organizations Relationships with other networks
Self-evaluation by network Data collection
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