E-communication of Interdepartmental Knowledge

2011 ◽  
pp. 162-181
Author(s):  
Ned Kock ◽  
Robert J. McQueen
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Knowledge Dissemination ◽  
Action Research Project ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Group Members ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Knowledge Communication

This chapter presents a review of the organizational learning literature that points to process improvement (PI) groups as an appropriate tool for organizational knowledge communication. Based on this review, the impact of support provided by a class of e-communication systems, email conferencing (EC), on knowledge dissemination in organizations is examined in the context of PI groups. Data was collected through an action research project, where the researcher facilitated seven PI groups in two organizations with the support of an EC system implemented with Novell Groupwise, and using a group methodology for PI called MetaProi. The study suggests that, overall, EC support seems to have a positive impact on knowledge dissemination in organizations when used in combination with a group methodology for PI. EC support effects on PI groups can be summarized as: (a) a reduction of the influence of distance and other physical obstacles to the participation of members from different departments in PI groups, and of the disruption that group discussions are likely to cause for individual group members, particularly when these members are from different departments; (b) a reduction of interdepartmental conflict obstacles to the formation of PI groups; and (c) an increase or decrease in individual learning in PI groups, depending on the complexity of the issues being discussed and the clarity of electronic contributions by members. Organizational implications of these research findings are discussed.

scholarly journals Organizational Learning and Motivation: Assessing the impact on Employee Performance

2016 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 355 ◽  
Author(s):  
Puja Sareen ◽  
Parikshit Joshi
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Employee Performance ◽  
Employee Motivation ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Hygiene Factors ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Impact

<em>Organizational learning has the potential to improve organizational performance. For any organization to sustain long term benefits it requires to establish a mechanism to tap the knowledge and use this knowledge in taking future decisions. This study tries to capture the role of Organizational Learning and Employee Motivation and its impact on the Employees’ Performance. The study is exploratory and descriptive in nature. The questionnaire used for primary data collection has its items collected and derived from various standardized questionnaires available. The analysis of the primary data shows that there is a positive correlation between Organizational Learning and Organizational Performance. On understanding Herzberg theory of motivation the study came to conclusion that employees consider hygiene factors of motivation more significant than the motivator factors. The motivation level of employees in an organization has positive impact on the overall performance of any organization. The study helps the organizations to understand the relationship between learning and performance considering motivation as a mediating variable. </em>

scholarly journals "I didn't know it was normal": How student stress, anxiety, and confidence during COVID-19 influence student wellbeing

He Rourou ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 30-50
Author(s):  
Jeska Martin
Keyword(s):  
Student Voice ◽  
Teacher Practice ◽  
First Year ◽  
Action Research Project ◽  
Safe Spaces ◽  
Know How ◽  
Student Stress ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Level 1 ◽  
The Impact

Students in 2020 experienced unprecedented levels of anxiety and stress as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic affected not only students’ experiences of academic achievement in their first year of NCEA assessments, but also their wellbeing. This action research project, which was conducted with 23 female Pasifika Year 11 students, looked at the drivers of stress and anxiety in students, and investigated methods of minimising and managing these stressors. Another focus was the impact confidence has on agency and expectations of achievement in Level 1 NCEA. Data was collected through student voice, using small-group talanoa, one-on-one conversations, surveys, and conversations with staff. My research findings indicate that students are not aware of the prevalence, nor normalcy, of anxiety and stress experienced by people in daily life. Conversations are presented confirming that students struggle to know how to manage achievement-related anxiety or cope in a learning environment when it becomes overwhelming. This work finds that students would appreciate teachers and adults being more transparent and vulnerable about their own anxieties, and that teacher practice would improve in turn. It suggests that classrooms that serve as safe spaces for mutual sharing about anxiety allow for the sharing and construction of healthy methods for dealing with achievement-related anxiety.

How types of organizational culture and technological capabilities contribute to organizational learning

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Taghreed Al Dari ◽  
Fauzia Jabeen ◽  
Matloub Hussain ◽  
Dana Al Khawaja
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Organizational Learning ◽  
United Arab Emirates ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Technological Capabilities ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Study Results ◽  
The Impact

Purpose This study aims to develop a theoretical framework of the impact of clan and hierarchy cultures and knowledge technological capabilities on organizational learning. Design/methodology/approach A questionnaire survey was used to collect data from 693 employees working in knowledge management centers in various law and enforcement units in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Structural equation modeling was used to test the relationships between the variables. Findings The findings show that the clan culture had a significant negative effect on organizational learning. However, hierarchy culture and knowledge technological capabilities had a significant positive impact in predicting organizational learning behavior. Research limitations/implications The study focuses on a specific type of public organization only, which somewhat limits the generalizability of the research results. Second, as the study was cross-sectional, the causal relationships could not be inferred directly. The study results will help policymakers create a learning organization by examining the impact of organizational culture and knowledge of technological capabilities. Originality/value This paper has added knowledge about the relationship between culture types, knowledge technological capabilities and organizational learning, particularly in the UAE. This study helps to bridge the gap in research on culture and knowledge technological capabilities and organizational learning.

scholarly journals ‘Justice seen is Justice done?’ - Assessing the Impact of Outreach Activities by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR)

2015 ◽  
Vol 21 (74) ◽  
pp. 63-93
Author(s):  
Philipp Schulz
Keyword(s):  
International Criminal ◽  
National Level ◽  
International Criminal Tribunal ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Theoretical Argument ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
International Criminal Tribunals ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact

Abstract By referring to the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR) as a case study, this paper seeks to explore the impact of outreach activities by international criminal tribunals. Building upon primary field research findings, including twenty-seven in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with 108 respondents, this paper applies a theory-driven investigation of the impact of outreach activities by the ICTR. Contrary to the theoretical argument, on a national level throughout society over time, outreach activities by the ICTR did neither increase awareness and understanding, nor shape positive perceptions towards the Tribunal and its expected contribution to reconciliation. Furthermore, a comparison of groups of outreach participants and control groups shows that outreach did increase the level of knowledge among beneficiaries of such activities. An increased understanding, however, cannot be correlated with more positive perceptions towards the Tribunal or its role in promoting reconciliation.

scholarly journals School Libraries as Foundation for World Class Learning: Experiences of an Indian Librarian

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rashmi T. Kumbar
Keyword(s):  
Positive Impact ◽  
High Standard ◽  
School Libraries ◽  
Literacy Skills ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
World Class ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
The Impact

The combination of study of Information and knowledge leading to wisdom; intellectual expression and scholarly appreciation leading to culture is the very process of learning. When this study is considered of high standard throughout the world, it becomes World Class Learning. Schools are the educational institutions wherein children are guided and trained to be disciplined and enlightened individuals. This responsibility is the onus of educators and greatly influenced by the facilities provided at school. The role of educators is highly regarded and recognized but equally important is the impact of the facilities provided in the schools. The most distinct facility is the library or the resource centre. We as information professionals agree that “Libraries Change Lives” which is a universal truth, for the kind of reference resources and the scholarly works they contain. What is the outcome if the resources are highly valued, are in great condition, well organized, etc. but there are no takers for these resources or the users lack the skills to use the resources? Some of the reasons for this short coming may be due to the absence of proper initiatives, promotion of resources and the services by the librarians. This paper attempts at combining the librarianship skills and literacy skills, resulting in the emergence of practical techniques and to how to apply this knowledge for promotion of the resources available and the services offered. Some tried and tested successful strategies namely Structured Library Periods (SLP), Adopt a Book Project (ABP), Five Best Friends in the Library (D.E.A.T.Y.), Focus Group Discussions (FGD), Application of Multiple Intelligence (MI) Theory for the effective use of library resources by K-2 Students, Use of Open Access(OA) Resources in ZSE RC experimented at the author’s school are presented. These practices are simple, innovative and create a positive impact on the student. They also increase the library’s contribution in achieving the school mission and very easily adaptable by the school libraries or librarians of the developing countries. But there is always scope for refining and improving the strategies tried and tested, in the course of time to suite the ever changing landscape of information and technology and more importantly, to satisfy the ever demanding user and his needs.

scholarly journals The Effect of Organizational Innovation and Organizational Learning on Organizational Performance

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 27-37
Author(s):  
MOHAMMAD DAUD ALI ◽  
DR. SYED IMAD SHAH ◽  
DR. SHAHID JAN ◽  
MUHAMMAD ILYAS
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Organizational Performance ◽  
Organizational Innovation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
The Other ◽  
Organization Performance ◽  
Review Of Literature ◽  
Organization Learning ◽  
Innovation Capacity ◽  
The Impact

This research tries to investigate the influence of organizational learning on innovation on one hand and the impact of innovation on performance on the other. Upon the review of literature, two hypotheses projected in pursuit of the research: the positive impact of organizational learning on innovation as well as the co relational effect of innovation with performance. Data was obtained distributing questionnaires in five public sector universities of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Conclusions substantiate hypotheses thus provided additional substantiation that organizational learning has a say in innovation capacity, and also the fact that innovation is positively associated to organization learning (R2 = 0.65) and coefficient β is 0.31 this clearly show that innovation leads to organization learning, on the other hand organization learning has positively associated to organization performance (R2 = 0.70) and coefficient β is 0.54 this means that organization learning leads to organization performance, and has positive significant effect on financial performance

Health 4.0

2020 ◽  
pp. 104-122
Author(s):  
Sahrish Ahmad ◽  
Hasliza Abdul Halim ◽  
Mohammad Jamal Khan ◽  
Noor Hazlina Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Service Sector ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
New Era ◽  
The Impact

In the new era of Industry 4.0 and on the basis of current knowledge about innovation in Industry 4.0, it has become a pretty clear that Industry 4.0 had a major impact on the manufacturing sector. At its origin, this industry is evolving from manufacturing to service providers. This chapter explains how innovation of new digital services such as Industry 4.0 integrates towards the healthcare system such as Health 4.0 in India. Although innovation is significant among the manufacturing sector, the practice of this concept is still lacking among the service sector such as hospitals. This study will investigate the impact of organizational learning on horizontal technology collaboration and vertical technology collaboration. The study is designed as a quantitative study and the non-probability purposive sampling technique was used. The data was collected from the doctors of small and medium private hospitals. The findings of data analysis reveal that organizational learning has significant positive impact on horizontal technology collaboration and vertical technology collaboration.

scholarly journals The Potential Influence of Organic Food Consumption and Intention-Behavior Gap on Consumers’ Subjective Wellbeing

Foods ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (5) ◽  
pp. 650 ◽  
Author(s):  
Diana Ismael ◽  
Angelika Ploeger
Keyword(s):  
Food Consumption ◽  
Subjective Wellbeing ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Organic Food ◽  
Food Samples ◽  
Physical Conditions ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Organic Food Consumption ◽  
The Impact

This paper applied a self-administered survey to investigate the impact of organic food behavior and the intention-behavior gap in organic food consumption (OIBG) on consumers’ subjective wellbeing including physical, emotional, social and intellectual dimensions. The survey was carried out with 385 consumers. Furthermore, the study conducted a food test to explore the different impacts of organic and conventional food samples on the mental and physical conditions of consumers’ wellbeing applying a psychological questionnaire. The food test took place in a sensory lab with a panel of 63 untrained German consumers. The research findings demonstrated a positive impact of the organic food consumption on consumers’ subjective wellbeing, while no negative impact of OIBG has been perceived. Moreover, during the food test, consumers distinguished no differences between the impact of organic and conventional stimuli on their mental and physical status. Understanding how consumers perceive the impact of organic food consumption on their wellbeing is one important aspect. However, in the interest of narrowing the OIBG, it is more important to understand how consumers perceive the impact of this gap on their daily-life wellbeing.

scholarly journals Patient as teacher sessions contextualize learning, enhancing knowledge, communication, and participation of pharmacy students in the United Kingdom

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 ◽  
pp. 15
Author(s):  
Andrew Martin Lunn ◽  
Ann Urmston ◽  
Steven Seymour ◽  
Andrea Manfrin
Keyword(s):  
United Kingdom ◽  
Communication Skills ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Pharmacy Students ◽  
Fisher Exact Test ◽  
Free Text ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Knowledge Communication

Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of Patient As Teacher (PAT) sessions on the knowledge, communication skills, and participation of pharmacy students in the United Kingdom.Methods: During the academic year 2019–2020, year 1 and 2 pharmacy students at the University of Central Lancashire were invited to complete a questionnaire following PAT sessions. Data were analyzed by means of descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation for: continuous variables and reliability analysis. Pearson’s chi-square or Fisher exact test, odds ratio, and phi were used for analyzing dichotomous variables. Thematic analysis was used for free text comments.Results: Sixty eight of 228 students participated (response rate of 29.8%). No statistical difference was found between gender (P=0.090); a statistically significant difference was found between year (P=0.008). Cronbach’s α (0.809) confirmed a good internal consistency. Ninety-seven percent of the students learned a lot, and 85.3% appreciated and valued the PAT sessions; 89.7% wanted more sessions. Ninety-two point seven percent perceived the sessions to contextualize their learning. Five questions were dichotomized by grouping the responses into negative and positive; 90.3% of responses were positive and did not show statistically significant differences in gender and year of study. Overall students’ free text comments were positive, but active listening and consultation appeared in the positive and negative domains, highlighting the need for more student engagement.Conclusion: PAT sessions had a positive impact on students’ knowledge, communication skills and participation, and contextualized learning. They provide a valuable contribution to the pharmacy students’ experience in the United Kingdom.

scholarly journals An Examination of the Employment Preparedness, Job Satisfaction, and Impact in the Workplace of Qatar University Pharmacy Alumni: A Mixed Methods Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mounyah Waiel Al-Nuaimi ◽  
Ranin Abidi ◽  
Banan Mukhalalati ◽  
Alla El-Awaisi ◽  
Ahmed Awaisu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Validated Questionnaire ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Employment Preparedness ◽  
The Impact

Introduction: The level of alumni’s job satisfaction and preparedness has been found to affect the impact in the workplace. Little is known about alumni’s employment experience in Qatar. Objective: The aim of this study is to explore the employment preparedness, job satisfaction and impact in the workplace of College of pharmacy graduates in Qatar. Methods: A sequential exploratory mixed methods study was conducted. For the qualitative phase, data were collected by focus groups and were analyzed thematically. Quantitative data collection involved administration of a validated questionnaire. Results: Research findings suggested that college of Pharmacy (CPH) alumni were mostly well prepared in terms of knowledge and skills. They were mostly satisfied about the curriculum and the experiential learning experience. The participants were challenged by the lack of deep knowledge and skills needed for their area of expertise. COVID-19 pandemic was associated with increased workload and stress. Being a Qatar University graduate facilitated the recruitment process. Lastly, a positive impact in the workplace was reported through implementation of NAPRA competencies and AFPC learning outcomes. Conclusion: This study will facilitate the understanding of factors that affect the preparedness, job satisfaction of CPH alumni and their impact in the workplace, which will ultimately enhance the learning experience in CPH.

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