Parceppd | wiki | last updated June 2011 by Michele Martin | Includes: definition of network, characteristics of a network, types of networks (connectivity, alignment, production),creating value in a network, network operating principles, role of a network builder/ weaver
Information Technology is no longer regarded solely as a repository within knowledge management but also as acollaborative tool. This change of role gives rise to online communities (OLCs), which extend the loci of existing communities ofpractice. To leverage the potential of these communities, organisations must understand the mechanisms underpinningmembers' decisions to share knowledge and expertise within the community. This paper discusses existing research anddevelops a theoretical model of factors that affect knowledge sharing in OLCs. The aim is to increase our understanding of theantecedents to knowledge-sharing in OLCs
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The Electronic Journal for English as a Second Language, 2009, 13(2) | Annotated bibliography by Kirsti Newgarden, University of Connecticut, American English Language Institute.
While the focus of the author is in the area of second language learners, the bibliography will provide useful references "for those interested in the educational value and potential use of social networking technologies for online learning, mobile learning, student recruitment, and engagement of students in learning.