scholarly journals Postgraduate Supervision: A Heuristic Approach to Learning, Unlearning, and Relearning

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 243
Author(s):  
Kunle Oparinde
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Heuristic Approach ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Approach To Learning ◽  
Cross Pollination ◽  
Grey Area ◽  
Postgraduate Level ◽  
New Knowledge

Abstract: Since postgraduate supervision remains a grey area for many academics following several hydra perspectives and interpretations, the paper examines how postgraduate supervision is an approach to learning, unlearning, and relearning. The study is entrenched within James and Baldwin’s framework on good practice in postgraduate supervision to discuss what the concept should entail from the viewpoint of the researcher, while there is also a constant recourse to relevant literature. The paper addresses the fuzzy nature of supervision through an autoethnographic research. It discusses how supervision at the postgraduate level should not merely involve guiding a student to graduation, but an avenue for the supervisor to also learn, unlearn, and relearn academic concepts, methods, and approaches. The study contends that postgraduate supervision should not only be a stage for building new knowledge through postgraduate students’ research, but it should also be a stage for knowledge improvement, knowledge advancement, knowledge re-evaluation, knowledge cross-pollination, and knowledge transfer. It is in so doing that the learning, unlearning, and relearning nature of postgraduate supervision can indeed come to fruition.   Keywords: Autoethnography, Knowledge, Learning, Postgraduate, Supervision

AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS OF ENTREPRENEURIAL INTENTION AMONGST STUDENTS IN UTTAR PRADESH

2017 ◽  
Vol 7 (02) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anu Kohli ◽  
Neha Tiwari
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Family Background ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Uttar Pradesh ◽  
Entrepreneurial Intention ◽  
Educational Background ◽  
Older Age ◽  
Postgraduate Students ◽  
Career Option ◽  
Postgraduate Level

This research paper analyses factors that impact entrepreneurial intention among graduate and postgraduate students enrolled in professional courses at government and private institutes in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The objective of this study is to analyze whether the student’s academic background, demographic profile and family background impact various factors that affect entrepreneurial intention. The study was conducted during 2015-16 on a sample of 460 student respondents across various cities of Uttar Pradesh.The results of the analysis indicate that students of male gender, belonging to higher income, in older age groups, having work experience, enrolled in government institutes, belonging to business background and enrolled at postgraduate level are more likely to consider entrepreneurship as a more attractive career option, perceive that it is easier to start and do business, have more positive perception about family and societal support they receive in entrepreneurial career choice, are more open to risks and are more confident about their entrepreneurial skills and knowledge . The students having work experience, enrolled in government institutes, and belonging to business background are more likely to find availability of capital as a constraint in entrepreneurial career. The students belonging to older age groups, having work experience and enrolled in government institutes are more likely to consider availability of land/premise and resources as a constraint in entrepreneurial choice. The findings of this study will be instrumental in understanding and in designing policy imperatives for promoting entrepreneurship in the state.Key Words: Entrepreneurial intention, Students, Demographic factors, Family background, Educational background.

International knowledge transfer and Russian social policy: The case of gender mainstreaming

2020 ◽  
pp. 146801812096932
Author(s):  
Tatiana Chubarova ◽  
Natalia Grigorieva
Keyword(s):  
Social Policy ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Policy Decision ◽  
Gender Mainstreaming ◽  
Specific Knowledge ◽  
Political Actors ◽  
Institutional Conditions ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Policy Decision Making ◽  
International Knowledge

In the course of their transition to a market economy, the importance of international knowledge transfer from developed capitalist countries to the post-Soviet states has increased. However, the question of what particular knowledge has been transferred and why in some cases knowledge transfer has been successful, while in others it has failed, remains under-researched. Using gender mainstreaming as an example, the mechanisms of international knowledge transfer in Russian social policy are discussed in detail. The authors argue that specific knowledge transfer could facilitate the acquisition of new knowledge, but its sustainable application in social policy decision-making might be problematic, requiring commitment of political actors as well as supportive institutional conditions.

scholarly journals THE WORLD'S OLDEST UNIVERSITY AND ITS FINANCING EXPERIENCE: A STUDY ON AL-QARAWIYYIN UNIVERSITY (859-990)

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-41
Author(s):  
Muhammad Nazmul Hoque ◽  
Md. Faruk Abdullah
Keyword(s):  
Significant Contribution ◽  
Historical Data ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Influential Factor ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Academic Quality ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The University ◽  
Financing Higher Education

Al-Qarawiyyin University's independence in terms of finances had been a significant and influential factor in making it possible for the university to maintain its high quality. Therefore, this paper aims to examine and analyse the financial sources for the development and operation of this university. It reviews and analyses historical data through relevant literature and documents. Waqf played a significant role in providing financial assistance to the university's communities and in strengthening its academic quality. There were four significant types of waqf sources which were the individual fund, the collective waqf fund, the Sultan fund and the alumni fund along with different other types of charities, i.e. sadaqah. This article adds new knowledge by examining the financing experiences of the world's oldest university. It is expected that the instance of Al-Qarawiyyin University may contribute to finding out a solution for the funding crises in contemporary institutions. This review is hoped to constitute a significant contribution to scholarship in general and act as a suggestion for solving the contemporary funding crisis of higher educational institutions.   Keywords: Al-Qarawiyyin University, financing higher education, Morocco, Waqf.   Cite as: Hoque, M. N., & Abdullah, M. F. (2021). The world's oldest university and its financing experience: A study on Al-Qarawiyyin University (859-990).  Journal of Nusantara Studies, 6(1), 24-41. http://dx.doi.org/10.24200/jonus.vol6iss1pp24-41

Effective Integration of Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning into Knowledge Management Structures

2004 ◽  
pp. 215-251
Author(s):  
Francisco M.M. Neto ◽  
Francisco V. Brasileiro
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Communities Of Practice ◽  
Knowledge Mapping ◽  
Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽  
Computer Tools ◽  
Knowledge Repositories ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Effective Integration

Support for knowledge management (KM) requires mechanisms for creation, mapping and transference of knowledge. Many organizations use computer tools, like knowledge mapping tools, knowledge repositories, tools to support communities of practice and computer-supported collaborative learning (CSCL), to achieve these goals. In particular, CSCL can support knowledge transfer at the same time that it improves the process of creating new knowledge. However, whole CSCL potential to transfer knowledge and foment learning is not being used adequately, mainly because of the lack of appropriate integration with other KM tools. In fact, there is a lack of guidance on how to effectively integrate CSCL into KM and how to evaluate the benefits of this integration. This chapter fills in this gap by proposing a model to improve KM through the consistent and effective integration of CSCL into the KM structure of organizations. It also describes a framework to evaluate the results of this integration.

Barriers of knowledge transfer and mitigating strategies in collaborative management system implementations

2019 ◽  
Vol 49 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juanqiong Gou ◽  
Nan Li ◽  
Tete Lyu ◽  
Xiyan Lyu ◽  
Zuopeng Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Information Systems ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Management System ◽  
Transfer Problem ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Implementation Process ◽  
Collaborative Management ◽  
Practical Implementation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Implementation Methodology

PurposeAs the dynamics of the external environment of the enterprise continue to increase, the support of information systems for organizational agility becomes increasingly important. Collaborative Management System (CMS) is a new type of information system that can cope with the dynamic changes of the organization. Effective knowledge transfer is the core of the system implementation. The purpose of this study is to explore the knowledge transfer barriers faced by CMS in its implementation process.Design/methodology/approachThrough field interviews with a representative CMS provider, this paper summarizes the barriers of knowledge transfer during CMS implementation into three aspects.FindingsBased on the innovative measures taken by the company and relevant literature, the corresponding mitigating strategies are proposed.Originality/valueThe findings enrich the implementation methodology of agile information systems by exploring the knowledge transfer problem from a novel context. The study also provides a reference for practical implementation to overcome the dilemma of knowledge transfer.

scholarly journals Workshop: SCIROCCO: a tool for accelerating the adoption of integrated care

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Integrated Care ◽  
Healthcare System ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Maturity Model ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Stakeholder Collaboration ◽  
Care Services ◽  
Multi Stakeholder ◽  
Coaching Activities

Abstract Integrated care is seen as a solution for addressing Europe’s changing demographics and dealing with the fragmented delivery of health and care services affecting numerous healthcare systems. The SCIROCCO tool is an online participatory tool which helps to facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues on progress towards integrated care. It does so by: Defining maturity to adopt integrated care in terms of the Maturity Model developed by the European Innovation Partnership on Active and Healthy Ageing (B3 Action Group on Integrated Care).Assessing the maturity of healthcare systems.Assessing the maturity requirements of good practices.Supporting twinning and coaching for “knowledge transfer” to facilitate the adoption of integrated care and exchange of good practices. Knowledge transfer is seen as mutually beneficial for involved regions to access evidence and learn about integrated care. In SCIROCCO, there are two variants of twinning: the first has the aim of transferring a good practice to the healthcare system, while the second is about the improvement of a particular aspect of a healthcare system in order to improve integrated care maturity. Twinning is becoming ever more popular as an approach, and - in 2019/2020 - is being used in a number of European projects. The SCIROCCO tool was evaluated both quantitatively and qualitatively. Validity and reliability were evaluated using quantitative analyses while usability and perceptions on impact were assessed using questionnaires and focus groups. It was used by more than 60 healthcare organisations in Europe and beyond during 2016-2018. Most recently, it was tested in twinning and coaching activities, which resulted in the development of local Action Plans outlining steps forward on integrated care for the receiving regions. As part of the SCIROCCO Exchange project, an enhanced SCIROCCO tool is developed. This tool will improve existing knowledge transfer activities by allowing for the easy searching of assets on integrated care from a variety of sources, supporting improvement planning and checking evolution towards plans. The objectives of this workshop are: Presenting the main functionalities of the SCIROCCO toolOutlining the results of its overall evaluationDiscussing the experiences that 2 regions have had with using the SCIROCCO tool for knowledge transferPresenting progress and next steps during SCIROCCO Exchange for an enhanced SCIROCCO toolPresenting plans for evaluating the enhanced SCIROCCO toolGathering input from workshop participants on how the enhanced SCIROCCO tool could even better support knowledge transfer in different regions. Key messages The experience of regions and evaluation results demonstrate the benefits of the SCIROCCO tool for facilitating multi-stakeholder collaboration and learning towards improving integrated care. The progress and plans for the SCIROCCO Exchange tool, enhanced with the feedback and suggestions of workshop participants, offer promise for even better support for knowledge transfer.

scholarly journals Influence of Venture Capital and Knowledge Transfer on Innovation Performance in the Big Data Environment

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chuanrong Wu ◽  
Xiaoming Yang ◽  
Veronika Lee ◽  
Mark E. McMurtrey
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Venture Capital ◽  
New Product ◽  
User Preferences ◽  
Innovation Performance ◽  
Venture Capitalists ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Data Environment ◽  
Start Ups

Technological innovation requires large investments. Venture capital (VC) is a prominent financial source for innovative start-ups. A venture capitalist will inevitably transfer knowledge to facilitate the innovation of a firm while monitoring and advising its portfolio companies. Only when a firm has its own valuable new knowledge and high growth potential would venture capitalists select it. At the same time, big data knowledge, such as customer demands and user preferences, is also important for the new product development of a firm in the big data environment. Therefore, private knowledge transferred from venture capitalists, new knowledge developed independently by a firm itself, and big data knowledge are the three main types of knowledge for venture-backed firms in the big data environment. To find the influences of VC and knowledge transfer on the innovative performance of venture-backed firms, a model of maximizing the present value of the expected profit of new product innovation performance of a venture-backed firm in the big data environment is presented. The model can help venture capitalists to determine the scale of investment and the optimal exit time and predict the internal rate of return (IRR). This model can also help innovative start-ups to illustrate the value and prospects of a project to attract investment in their business prospectus.

Science into practice: Theories, successes and lessons

2004 ◽  
Vol 31 ◽  
pp. 3-6
Author(s):  
M Attenborough ◽  
J E Thompson
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Planning ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Research And Development ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Public Perception ◽  
Adoption Of Technology ◽  
New Knowledge ◽  
Conducting Research

The transfer and uptake of existing and new knowledge is fundamental to the survival of a sustainable pig industry and the supporting network of research and development, and it is of some concern that a wealth of useful R&D information already exists that remains largely underutilised across all livestock sectors. In an environment of ever decreasing funding for research, it is important to recognize that research is a means to an end, not an end unto itself, and strategic planning is necessary to maintain a knowledge transfer focus in all activities in this field. Adoption of technology is the desired outcome for all applied pig research and this ultimately provides those involved with a measure of success whilst providing pork producers and industry with a competitive advantage, satisfying public perception of “industry dealing with issues” and importantly facilitating feedback from industry to those conducting research.

Attention to four key principles can promote health outcomes from desert Aboriginal land management

2011 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 417 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jocelyn Davies ◽  
David Campbell ◽  
Matthew Campbell ◽  
Josie Douglas ◽  
Hannah Hueneke ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Outcomes ◽  
Land Management ◽  
Aboriginal People ◽  
Good Practice ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Theory Approach ◽  
Sense Of Control ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Further Development

We identify four principles that can promote the prospects of health outcomes for desert Aboriginal people from livelihoods engaged with land management. The principles were derived inductively using a grounded theory approach, drawing on primary research that used qualitative and participatory methods, and from relevant literature and theoretical frameworks. International and Australian literature offers evidence that supports desert Aboriginal people’s view that their health depends on their relationship with their land. Engagement with land management can lead desert Aboriginal people to feel that their own actions are consistent with their own sense of the right and proper way for them to behave towards land, family and community. This increased ‘sense of control’ impacts positively on health by moderating the impact of sustained stress from health risk factors in the environment and lifestyle. The four principles focus on underlying characteristics of Aboriginal land management that are important to promoting this increased ‘sense of control’: (1) Aboriginal land management governance recognises and respects Aboriginal custom and tradition, and is adaptive; (2) learning is embraced as a life-long process; (3) relationships are recognised as very important; and (4) partnerships give priority to doing things that all parties agree are important. These principles are presented as hypotheses that warrant further development and testing. While they do not account specifically for the impact of lifestyle and environmental factors on health, we expect that the increased sense of control that desert Aboriginal people are likely to develop when involved in Aboriginal land management that applies these principles will moderate the impact of such factors on their health. The principles offer a starting point for further development of criteria and standards for good practice in Aboriginal land management, potentially including an environmental certification scheme that integrates social and environmental outcomes.

scholarly journals Knowledge sharing is knowledge transfer: a misconception in the literature

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 653-670 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gangeswari Tangaraja ◽  
Roziah Mohd Rasdi ◽  
Bahaman Abu Samah ◽  
Maimunah Ismail
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Extensive Literature ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Extensive Literature Review ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The paper aims to clearly differentiate knowledge sharing (KS) and knowledge transfer (KT) besides exemplifying their interconnections to minimize the current confusions in the knowledge management (KM) literature. Design/methodology/approach An extensive literature review method was used to analyse relevant literature on both KS and KT to clearly delineate their differences and their interconnections. Findings The paper found that KS is a subset of KT (using personalization strategy), whereas KT as a whole is a broader concept, if compared with KS. However, KS is not one of the immediate processes involved in KT (using codification strategy). The processes involved in KS and KT differ according to the strategy used (in KT) and perspective chosen (in KS). Other findings include KS (unidirectional) as reflective concept (viewed so far), whereas KS (bidirectional), KT (personalization) and KT (codification) as formative concepts. Research limitations/implications The findings of this paper were based on the review of selected relevant articles only. Practical Implications The paper will minimize the current confusions in the KM literature and will assist future researches on both KS and KT to ensure what these concepts entail to avoid construct underrepresentation. Originality/value As compared to previous attempts, the present paper has shown the interconnections between KS and KT, as well as the differences based on the two perspectives of KS (unidirectional/bidirectional) and the two strategies of KT (personalization/codification), and such effort is new in the literature.

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