scholarly journals Knowledge Networking in Agricultural Practice. Case study from Slovenia

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 155-169
Author(s):  
Nives Ličen ◽  
Franja Božnar ◽  
Jože Podgoršek
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Local Environment ◽  
Knowledge Networks ◽  
Agricultural Practice ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Academic Knowledge

Abstract This study analyses knowledge networking between educational institution/knowledge provider, associations and knowledge users in the agricultural sector within the local environment in Slovenia. It is based on the theory of expansive learning and the concept of knowledge networking. A qualitative research paradigm using ethnography and in-depth semi-structured interviews has been used and involved various actors included in selected activity systems (the educational institution, associations and knowledge users). Our findings indicate that cooperation between associations and the educational institution has advantages for all involved and that, according to research participants, it fosters the transfer of knowledge from the academic/research sphere into practice. In the case studied, we describe the development of new forms of connections between local knowledge and academic knowledge, both developing as a part of real-world complex learning environment. Knowledge networks have thus been built by enabling the transfer of explicit and tacit knowledge through social networks and by the development of new practices.

scholarly journals The libraries in students’ and undergraduates’ educational reading

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-98
Author(s):  
T. Yu. Cherkashina ◽  
E. A. Chernyshova ◽  
S. N. Lyutov
Keyword(s):  
Social Relationship ◽  
Organizational Context ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
Reading Practices ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Internet Resources ◽  
Academic Center ◽  
The University

The goal of the study was to reveal distinction between the reading practices at different educational levels and to specify the libraries’ place in these practices. The reading practices are determined not only by the new technological (digital) environment but also by the institutional and organizational context and social relationship within the educational environment. The case study of educa-tional institutions of Novosibirsk Academic Center (namely Novosibirsk State Uni-versity and the University’s specialized Academic Research Center) was accom-plished. The data was acquired through structured interviews, questionnaire-based survey supplemented with the statistical data of RAS SB State Public Scien-tific and Technological Library. The majority of high-graders use the library for textbooks and/or if recommended by the teacher. The university library is less involved in the educational process; the students visit the library occasionally (e.g. searching for rare publications or lacking alternatives). The university is not their source of digital documents or full texts either; the students prefer not to scruti-nize the specificity of every database and access procedure and turn to searchable Internet-resources. The library, in student’s opinion, needs modernization for less formal and disciplinary regulations, for more comfort, and polyfunctional envi-ronment of reading rooms.

Introducing Seaside Town Muslims

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 197-222
Author(s):  
Sevket Hylton Akyildiz
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Distribution ◽  
Small Town ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Ethnic Heterogeneity ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
British Muslims ◽  
Management Issues

The majority of British Muslims live in cities such as London, Leicester, Birmingham and Bradford—and academic research thus far has reflected a city and post-manufacturing town emphasis. This paper investigates the as yet undocumented history and mosque politics of Muslims living in the small town of Eastbourne, East Sussex, using participant observation and unstructured and semi-structured interviews. Firstly, I conceptualise my case study group by highlighting some differences found in a small town in terms of the origins of its Muslims, their ethnic heterogeneity, and residential spatial distribution. Secondly, I explore mosque politics in terms of mosque planning, public reactions to mosque rebuilding, and mosque management issues.

scholarly journals What Is Efficient Social Studies Instruction?

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 110
Author(s):  
Çiğdem Kan
Keyword(s):  
Social Studies ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Student Interest ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Social Studies Instruction ◽  
Academic Year

Effective social studies instruction should intend to train young individuals who are interested, are capable of participating in the learning process, are capable of utilizing technology, have a good memory, look forward to the future with confidence, and transfer the knowledge they acquire at school to daily life. The aim of the present research is to determine the problems experienced in the instruction of social studies course based on teacher views and the means for an efficient social studies instruction. Thus, the case study method, a qualitative research design, was employed in the present study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 20 teachers, employed in five middle schools in Elazığ province urban center, during the 2016-2017 academic year, and the data were analyzed with descriptive analysis. Thus, it was determined that the inadequacy of course hours and the redundancy and complexity of the topics were the main problems experienced in social studies courses and these were identified as the factors that led to the lack of student interest. According to the views of the teachers, efficient social studies instruction requires a focus on current issues, requires employment of available technologies, and should allow the individuals to transfer content knowledge to life. It is concluded that an efficient social studies instruction would be possible through the transfer of knowledge to real-life situations, the employment of technological tools, active student participation, the simplification and the elimination the discontinuities between textbook content.

scholarly journals Small grants, big impact: The Institute of Classical Studies’ seed funding scheme for public engagement

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Emma Bridges
Keyword(s):  
Public Engagement ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Academic Disciplines ◽  
Academic Knowledge ◽  
Arts And Humanities ◽  
Classical Studies ◽  
Seed Funding ◽  
Institutional Contexts

This case study provides details of a small-grants scheme (delivered by the Institute of Classical Studies since 2018) which is designed to support researchers in classics and related subjects to undertake activities whereby they are able to share their research with non-specialist audiences (that is, people who do not already have an academic knowledge of the field in which they are researching). It outlines the practicalities of running such a scheme, describes the outcomes and impact which the scheme has had to date, and concludes by offering recommendations for organizations which may be considering setting up such a grant programme specifically to support public engagement with academic research. The lessons learned as a result of this scheme could be readily applied to other academic disciplines (particularly – but not limited to – those with an arts and humanities focus which share characteristics with classics) or institutional contexts.

scholarly journals Changes in Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems: Case Study of Poland

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 10-17
Author(s):  
Józef Kania ◽  
Janusz Żmija
Keyword(s):  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Panel Discussion ◽  
Classical System ◽  
Agricultural Practice ◽  
Agricultural Knowledge ◽  
Science And Education ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
The Eu

Abstract The paper has analysed and evaluated the existing concepts of relations between science and education, advisory services and agricultural practice in the aspect of strengthening competitiveness of the agricultural sector of the EU and also has identified the most important elements of agricultural knowledge system (AKS) in Poland and the assessment of their relationship. The source material was literature review on the subject, statistical data and quality assessment of the relationship between stakeholders achieved as a result of a two-day panel discussion. The results indicate that the traditional concepts of linear links between science and agricultural practice are replaced with innovative concepts of networking. In Poland, there is not yet a well-functioning system of agricultural knowledge. Despite the existence of all the links in the classical system of knowledge existing links between them are highly varied. Very strong links exist only between agricultural advisors and farmers, strong between advisory, and research & education, between advisory and agricultural policy, and between farmers and companies selling agricultural inputs and purchasing agricultural products. Other links have been identified as weak.

scholarly journals Cultural determinants affecting pedagogical decisions in content design: a case study

2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-53
Author(s):  
Michael Pazinas
Keyword(s):  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
English Language ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Gulf Region ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Pedagogical Decisions ◽  
Cultural Determinants

Purpose Commercially produced educational materials often reflect the pedagogical beliefs and culture(s) of the content developers. While many teachers involved in teaching English as a foreign language have relied on commercially published content in the past, the advent of ubiquitous technology has afforded them the ability to create content that is contextualised and to share it with other educators across the globe. The purpose of this study is to investigate cultural determinants which affect the pedagogical decisions of teachers when designing content. Design/methodology/approach This case study, conducted at a higher educational institution in the Gulf, addresses the issues that arise when cultures or ideologies of educators as material developers are different to that of the target audience. Three semi-structured interviews with teachers were conducted in an effort to understand cultural determinants that influence decision-making about pedagogy when creating in-house content to motivate undergraduate students on an English language program in the United Arab Emirates. Findings The results of this study indicated that the participants maintained mainly essentialist perspectives of local cultures and sub-cultures and their thinking in content creation was not all that different to that of commercial publishers. Practical implications This study holds implications for awareness-raising and pedagogical training for educators involved in in-house content development. Originality/value This case study addresses an area that has been under-researched in the Gulf region.

scholarly journals LOCAL WISDOM-BASED STRATEGY OF TRANSFERRING KNOWLEDGEAMONG EDUCATORS AT EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN SRENGSENG SAWAH SUB-DISTRICT, JAGAKARSA DISTRICT, SOUTH JAKARTA

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Laksmi Laksmi ◽  
Luki Wijayanti ◽  
Kiki Fauziah
Keyword(s):  
Early Childhood ◽  
Early Childhood Education ◽  
Knowledge Transfer ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Childhood Education ◽  
The Social

In every educational institution, knowledge is regarded as the principal asset to achieve its goals. Educators are thus required to improve and broaden their knowledge through the transfer of knowledge and information. This paper seeks to answer the following research questions: 1) how knowledge transfer is constructed, through the SECI process, based on local wisdom by educators at Early Childhood Education Programs (PAUD) in Srengseng Sawah Sub-District, Jagakarsa District, South Jakarta? 2) what kinds of local wisdom do they apply? The aim of this research is to identify the social construction that takes place in the process of local wisdom-based knowledge transfer among educators. By applying a qualitative approach and a case study method, this research found that the educators, all of whom are women, construct education based on collective consciousness of their role as mothers and their common predicament working as PAUD educators. Their role as mothers teaches them how to deal with children (as role models and motivators). Being aware of their similar condition—PAUD educators have not been given equal status as educators at formal kindergartens—they take the initiative to build a social relationship based on egalitarian values (trust and respect among each other), as well as cosmopolitan values (openness, honesty, and orientation towards information and technology). Egalitarian and cosmopolitan values are part of the Betawi culture. The significance of this research is to raise a cultural understanding of the process of local wisdom-based knowledge transfer.

scholarly journals Organisational and Personal Values Impact on Knowledge Transfer

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Dany A. Hovinga
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Creation ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Knowledge Repositories ◽  
Knowledge Asset ◽  
Employee Values ◽  
Organisational Values ◽  
Asset Creation

<p>This case study research showed that employees’ values were having a greater impact on the transfer of knowledge than those of the organisation. The result was due to limitations faced by employees in adopting organisational values. Semi-structured interviews were carried out to discover employee values and knowledge asset creation behaviours. The interviewees faced difficulties with the organisations knowledge repositories available. The transfer of knowledge was limited within the organisation, which hindered knowledge creation and the interviewees relied on their own values to provide direction to their knowledge actions.</p>

scholarly journals Organisational and Personal Values Impact on Knowledge Transfer

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Dany A. Hovinga
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Creation ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Transfer Of Knowledge ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Knowledge Repositories ◽  
Knowledge Asset ◽  
Employee Values ◽  
Organisational Values ◽  
Asset Creation

<p>This case study research showed that employees’ values were having a greater impact on the transfer of knowledge than those of the organisation. The result was due to limitations faced by employees in adopting organisational values. Semi-structured interviews were carried out to discover employee values and knowledge asset creation behaviours. The interviewees faced difficulties with the organisations knowledge repositories available. The transfer of knowledge was limited within the organisation, which hindered knowledge creation and the interviewees relied on their own values to provide direction to their knowledge actions.</p>

scholarly journals Financial Technology for Supporting Sustainable Agriculture

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (3S) ◽  
pp. 83-86
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Agriculture ◽  
Agricultural Sector ◽  
Business Management ◽  
Agricultural Practice ◽  
Technology Service ◽  
Production Activity ◽  
Role Of Information ◽  
Financial Technology

Financial market plays an important role in overcoming agriculture crisis. The fact shows that there are many agricultural practice stops because of capital problem. Therefore, it is important to investigate the innovation of agriculture capital service such as Financial Technology for supporting sustainable agriculture. This research was a case study on Financial Technology service in the agricultural sector conducted by startup iGrow, then the data were analyzed descriptively and explorative. The support of information and technology places iGrow as the sponsor bridge who has the fund, the land, and the operator in charge for the production activity and ensure the market certainty. Until the farmer who does not have land and does not have capital, they can conduct the farming practice. The system of indent commerce being developed makes the farmer easy to access the capital, the existence of the sale certainty, and agri-business management that gives profits to involved parties, make the agriculture practice supported by Financial Technology keep developing. The role of information technology, the collaboration with other parties, and indent capital, standby buyer, will support the sustainable agriculture practice in Indonesia.

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