A Survey on Students’ Preference in Knowledge Sharing Tools to Support Learning in Higher Education

Usman, Shuaibu Hassan

doi:10.12720/joams.3.4.350-353

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“…Majid et al (2015) found that the major motivator for students to participate in an online discussion was the availability of enough time to conceptualize and express ideas, whereas lack of time to read multiple threads was considered a barrier among participants. In a similar study, Usman (2015) found that students preferred using online discussion for knowledge sharing as compared to audio or web conferencing and instructional games. The author believed that the provision of online technologies could promote learning and knowledge sharing among students.…”

Section: Information and Communication Technology Support Of Knowledge Sharingmentioning

confidence: 94%

“…For knowledge sharing, ICT tools and equipment are highly needed for effective knowledge sharing at the individual level, group level and organizational level. Certainly, these technologies have become an integral part of educational institutions (Usman, 2015). Prior studies have reported the use of learning technologies (Lan et al, 2012;Kulakli and Mahony, 2014) and social media technologies (Agosto et al, 2013;Arif et al, 2019) to promote knowledge sharing among students.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Because of these phenomena, students are able to connect and collaborate from different locations at any time. This is important as it enables collaboration across long distances among students (Usman, 2015).…”

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confidence: 99%

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The impact of knowledge sharing enablers on knowledge sharing behavior: an empirical study

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Purpose Academic institutions play a crucial role in social and economic development. They share responsibilities to equip students with knowledge and skills. This study aims to examine and investigate the impact of knowledge sharing enablers (KSE) on knowledge sharing behavior (KSB). The paper measured KSE through perceived instructor support of knowledge sharing instructor support (IS), perceived information and communication technology (ICT) support of knowledge sharing and perceived ability to share knowledge (ASK). Design/methodology/approach A survey questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. A sample of 597 students from Al Ain University in UAE participated in the study. The collected data were treated and analyzed through MS Excel and International Business Machines Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. The theory of reasoned action (TRA) was used in formulating a conceptual framework. Several statistical techniques, including partial least square structural equation modeling, were used to test and verify hypotheses. Findings Findings of the study supported TRA theory by suggesting a positive and significant impact of KSE (IS, ICT and ASK) on KSB. The findings supported the stated three hypotheses and confirmed that at least 45% of the variation in students’ KSB is explained by a variation in one of the three KSE indicators. The paper provided important theoretical and practical implications for researchers and managers of academic institutions. Originality/value Academic institutions need to advance their strategies to create more collaborative environments for boosting knowledge sharing among students. Such practice will contribute in improving the students’ overall capabilities, skills and success of academic institutions.

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Section: Information and Communication Technology Support Of Knowledge Sharingmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Knowledge Sharing Concept, Attitude and Influencing Factors: A Case with Indian Academic Librarians

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Ali

2019

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The objective of the study is to examine the librarians’ attitude towards knowledge sharing including its concept, potential benefits, communication channels, and influencing factors that may motivate or hinder knowledge sharing practices in academic libraries in India. A questionnaire was used for data collection, 91 LIS professionals from Indian academic libraries were surveyed. In addition, 10 in-depth interviews were conducted. The findings of the study show that understanding of knowledge sharing concepts among librarians is varied though most of them perceived knowledge sharing as “dissemination or exchange of knowledge (explicit and tacit) from one individual to another individual or group of people”. Moreover, librarians have a positive attitude towards knowledge sharing and believe that knowledge sharing improves the learning process and individual competencies as well as enhance the efficiency of library operations and services. Furthermore, email was found as the most preferred communication channel because of its accessibility, convenience, and personal warmness. Conspicuously, public recognition, rewards, knowledge self-efficacy and develop relations with colleagues were identified as key motivators and on the contrary, lack of trust, personal animosity, technological support and nepotism were found to be the major barriers for knowledge sharing practices. The findings of this study may be useful to the university authorities in India in designing and implementing an all-inclusive knowledge sharing strategy for LIS professionals.

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A Survey on Students’ Preference in Knowledge Sharing Tools to Support Learning in Higher Education

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The impact of knowledge sharing enablers on knowledge sharing behavior: an empirical study

The impact of knowledge sharing enablers on knowledge sharing behavior: an empirical study

Knowledge Sharing Concept, Attitude and Influencing Factors: A Case with Indian Academic Librarians

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