The main objective of this study was to evaluate the application of knowledge cafés as a technique for knowledge sharing.
Abstract
Given the current knowledge economy, knowledge sharing has become a vital process in contributing to the success of any given organization, whether academic or industry-related. It is therefore essential for organizations to be aware of and to understand the various knowledge sharing techniques that exist. Consequently, it is also relevant to acknowledge the potential contribution that knowledge sharing can make between peers, for educational purposes.
An in-depth literature review was conducted which focused on knowledge sharing, and the various concepts associated with knowledge sharing. A sequential mixed-methods research methodology was followed in order to contribute to the lack of literature pertaining specifically to knowledge cafés. A qualitative Delphi study was conducted to document the guidelines, criteria and potential contribution of knowledge cafés as a knowledge sharing application.
The main objective of this study was to evaluate the application of knowledge cafés as a technique for knowledge sharing. The quantitative component of the mixed-methods research was initiated by implementing three knowledge cafés using univariate quantitative data analysis on structured questionnaires to measure participant’s views towards knowledge cafés as a knowledge sharing technique.
Essentially this study firstly gathered and documented information on knowledge cafés as a knowledge sharing technique and recommended that knowledge cafés can be used effectively as a technique for knowledge sharing when appropriate criteria and guidelines are applied.
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