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The SEED Method: An Evidence-Based Method for Engaging Communities

The SEED Method is a multi-stakeholder approach to engaging communities in research, problem solving, and action planning. Developed at Virginia Commonwealth University, SEED provides a framework for collaborative research and action planning that can be scaled up or down depending on project resources and goals.

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SEED Method Toolkit

Aaron Weibe ·
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SEED Method Brochure

Aaron Weibe ·
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PCORI SEED Tools poster

Emily Zimmerman ·
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Now Available! SEED poster with Engagement Tools and Key Process Elements

Theodora Amissah ·
The SEED Method engages diverse stakeholder groups in research development, we recently uploaded a poster that presents adaptable engagement tools and process elements from the SEED method that aid in stakeholder engagement. They are the Stakeholder Identification Matrices and Participatory Conceptual modelling. The SEED Method was designed to take place in six steps: 1. Identify and Engage 2. Consult 3. Conceptualize 4. Generate Questions 5. Prioritize Questions 6. Disseminate Agenda The...
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Answering your Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the SEED Method!

Theodora Amissah ·
Thank you to everyone who joined our webinars, Technical Office Hours, or Impact Collaborative session. We enjoy engaging with you about the SEED Method and look forward to answering more questions! For your convenience, we have compiled answers to frequently asked questions about the SEED Method below. We are available for one on one technical assistance. Schedule an appointment using this form HERE . Frequently Asked Questions about the SEED Method Who developed the SEED Method ? The SEED...
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Topic group Examples.pdf

Theodora Amissah ·
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SCAN Examples.pdf

Theodora Amissah ·
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SCAN instructions.pdf

Theodora Amissah ·
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SCAN Templates.docx

Theodora Amissah ·
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Announcing the SEED Method Online Course and Toolkit!

Theodora Amissah ·
The SEED Method Team is proud to announce the launch of the SEED METHOD ONLINE COURSE AND TOOLKIT hosted on the Extension Foundation’s Online Campus ! Access all our resources on our FREE self-paced online course! Here are the online course highlights: Each step in the unit is numbered for easy navigation. Each unit ends with a recap section that includes a summary of all the SEED Method tools discussed in that unit. Our SEED Tools and Learning Resource Directory provides access and...
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A Guide to Citing the SEED Method

Theodora Amissah ·
Did your team use the SEED Method or a SEED Method tool? We are so excited about your projects and looking forward to your first publications. Below we have prepared a list of citable publications to support you in using them in your publications: You can also download a copy: HERE Zimmerman EB, Rafie CL, Biney-Amissah T, Lee SS. The SEED Method for Stakeholder Engagement in Strategy Development and Action Planning: Online Toolkit. 2022. Available from:...
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SEED Method Subgroup UPDATE!

Theodora Amissah ·
The work of this subgroup was funded by EUGENE WASHINGTON PCORI ENGAGEMENT AWARDS and the project grant will be ending on November 30, 2022. This subgroup will remain open and all SEED Method resources will still be accessible . The points of contact for this subgroup will be Dr. Emily Zimmerman and Dr. Carlin Rafie. Here are some tips on how to stay engaged with the SEED Method and SEED Method tools: Enroll in the SEED Method Online Course and Toolkit and access more than 100 SEED Method...

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