The transfer of knowledge and the problems of identity in a managed and online context
Year: 2012
Type: article
Abstract: The purpose of this article is to look into the social aspect of learning, and in particular how the construction of identity influences the transfer of knowledge in a managed and online context. The relationship between the ‘old-timer’ and the ‘newcomer’ is given special consideration through a qualitative study of the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority. The study shows that inspectors construct their identity and categorize others in a way that creates barriers to the transfer of knowledge, constructions that are influenced by managerial participation. This article contributes to our understanding of how social aspects influence the transfer of knowledge between old-timers and newcomers in a managed and online context. Keywords managed networks communities of practice knowledge transfer identity construction public inspectorate online context
DOI: 10.7577/njsr.2061
Author: Inge Hermanrud
Institution: Hedmark University College
Language: English
Subfield: Human Factors and Ergonomics
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4230181641