Knowledge Management Introduction
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What characterizes expertise compared to general knowledge?

  • Expertise involves a single type of knowledge.
  • Expertise is considered knowledge of lower quality.
  • Expertise varies significantly between different individuals.
  • Expertise allows someone to perform tasks better than non-experts. (correct)

    • How many types of knowledge can be identified when combining the three classifications?

  • 6
  • 8
  • 12 (correct)
  • 10

    • What does the objective view of knowledge suggest about reality?

  • Reality is constantly shaped by human experiences.
  • Reality is solely based on human perceptions.
  • Reality can vary depending on cultural contexts.
  • Reality exists independent of human perceptions. (correct)

    • Which statement correctly describes a person with expertise?

    <p>They perform tasks much better than those without expertise. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following categories best describes the objective view of knowledge?

    <p>A priori categories and concepts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which context is the quality of knowledge primarily considered?

    <p>In differentiating between general knowledge and expertise. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the objective view, how can reality be understood?

    <p>By employing universal a priori concepts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option does not contribute to determining expertise?

    <p>The ability to recall facts quickly. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant characteristic of the objective view of knowledge regarding perception?

    <p>Perception is a barrier to true knowledge. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best reflects the implications of the objective view for knowledge acquisition?

    <p>Knowledge can be universally objective and structured. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic defines general knowledge?

    <p>It can be easily transferred across individuals. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about general knowledge?

    <p>It encompasses a wide range of topics but lacks depth. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does specific knowledge differ from general knowledge?

    <p>Specific knowledge pertains to specialized fields and is less transferable. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about general knowledge?

    <p>It requires a formal education to acquire. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect enhances the transferability of general knowledge?

    <p>Its broad appeal to diverse audiences. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the subjective view of knowledge emphasize within an organization?

    <p>Knowledge is based on the beliefs of individuals. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best aligns with the subjective view of knowledge?

    <p>Knowledge is shaped by personal beliefs and experiences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the subjective view, how is organizational knowledge primarily defined?

    <p>As the shared beliefs of employees. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What implication does the subjective view of knowledge have for leadership in organizations?

    <p>Leaders need to understand and influence individual beliefs. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect is NOT considered a part of the subjective view of knowledge?

    <p>Quantitative measures of knowledge acquisition. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the week's discussion?

    <p>The importance of knowledge in today’s economy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is knowledge considered important in today's economy?

    <p>It helps in decision-making and innovation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action is encouraged for obtaining additional materials discussed?

    <p>Send an email to the provided address. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of materials are suggested to be sent via email?

    <p>Slides and educational resources. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of developing a good understanding of knowledge?

    <p>Greater financial success. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by intellectual capital in an organization?

    <p>The sum of all knowledge resources within and outside the organization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the classification of intellectual capital?

    <p>It has recently been classified into three types (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can knowledge reside within an organization?

    <p>In various locations or reservoirs, both internal and external (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about intellectual capital?

    <p>It only pertains to knowledge within the organization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of intellectual capital, what does the term 'knowledge resources' refer to?

    <p>The collective knowledge and expertise available to the organization (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Subjective View of Organizational Knowledge

    Knowledge is seen as the collection of beliefs held by individuals within an organization.

    Knowledge as a State of Mind

    Knowledge is considered as a mental state of individuals.

    General Knowledge

    Knowledge that is widely shared among many people.

    Transferable Knowledge

    Information that can be easily passed from one person to another.

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    Knowledge Possessed by Many

    Knowledge that is readily available to a large number of individuals within a society or group.

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    General Knowledge vs. Specific Knowledge

    Knowledge that is not specialized or specific to a particular field or profession.

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    Easily Transferred Knowledge

    Knowledge that can be easily learned and applied by a wide range of people.

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    Expertise

    The ability to perform a task significantly better than others due to specialized knowledge and skills.

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    Knowledge Classification

    A specific category of knowledge that categorizes knowledge into different types

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    12 Knowledge Types

    The combination of different knowledge classifications results in twelve distinct types of knowledge.

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    Expertise = High-quality Knowledge

    Expertise is considered higher quality knowledge because it results in superior task performance.

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    Objective View of Knowledge

    The idea that reality exists independently of our thoughts and perceptions.

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    A Priori Categories

    Categories and concepts that exist before any experience, shaping how we understand the world.

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    Knowledge According to the Objective View

    The objective view suggests that knowledge is based on these pre-existing categories and concepts.

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    Structure of Reality (Objective View)

    Reality can be structured in terms of these categories and concepts, according to the objective view.

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    Reason and Logic (Objective View)

    This view emphasizes the importance of reason and logic in understand knowledge.

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    Intellectual Capital

    All the knowledge resources an organization possesses, both internally and externally.

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    Internal Knowledge

    A knowledge location where knowledge is stored within the organization itself.

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    External Knowledge

    A knowledge location where knowledge resides outside the organization, such as universities, research institutions, or industry experts.

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    Knowledge Resources

    The sum of all the knowledge resources within an organization.

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    Forms of Intellectual Capital

    The classification of knowledge into different forms, such as explicit knowledge (facts) and tacit knowledge (skills).

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    Knowledge

    The information, skills, and understanding that someone has acquired through experience or education.

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    Economy

    A system where goods and services are produced, traded, and consumed. It involves factors such as technology, labor, and capital.

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    Importance of Knowledge in Today's Economy

    The importance of knowledge in today's world is that it enables individuals and organizations to adapt to change, innovate, and create value in a rapidly evolving landscape.

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    Why is Knowledge Important?

    Knowledge is an essential asset for individuals and organizations in today's economy because it helps them stay competitive, solve problems effectively, and make informed decisions.

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    Knowledge and Success

    Individuals and organizations can leverage knowledge to achieve their goals and succeed in the contemporary economic environment.

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    Study Notes

    Knowledge Management Introduction

    • Al-Bayt University, a university in Jordan.
    • Introduction and Principles of Knowledge Management course.
    • Topics covered include chapters 1 and 2 of the textbook.

    What is Knowledge?

    • Knowledge is closely related to practical application and implies "know-how."
    • Data, transformed into meaningful information through contextualization, categorization, calculation, and condensation, becomes knowledge.
    • Data is unstructured facts and figures that have minimal impact on typical managers.
    • Knowledge has a higher value than information.

    The Value of Knowledge

    • Knowledge's value increases from data to information.
    • Data with no context has a low or zero value. As the data becomes contextualized, calculated, and organized into information, the value increases.

    Alternative Views of Knowledge

    • Knowledge can be viewed from both subjective (mindset) and objective (external) perspectives.
    • Subjective views consider knowledge as a state of mind, practice, etc.
    • Objective views locate knowledge in objects, access to information, or capabilities.
    • Different perspectives on knowledge provide varying ways of understanding and categorizing knowledge.

    Subjective Views of Knowledge

    • Organizational knowledge is viewed as the beliefs held by individuals within the organization.
    • Focus is on enabling individuals to enhance their knowledge base and apply it for organizational objectives.
    • Knowledge is held by groups, not as elements within individuals. It exists within practice.

    Objective Views of Knowledge

    • Reality is seen independent of human perception; structured by categories and concepts.
    • Knowledge can be found in objects or capabilities that humans can discover or improve.
    • This view considers different perspectives that categorize and structure knowledge.

    Objective Views Sub-categories

    • Knowledge as objects, implying knowledge can be stored, transferred, and manipulated.
    • Knowledge is access to information needed to complete a task.
    • Knowledge as capability, or the ability to apply knowledge to make a difference in action.

    Types of Knowledge

    • Procedural or Declarative Knowledge: focuses on beliefs about relationships. Examples include price change impacting sales or mathematical formulas.
    • Procedural knowledge focuses on beliefs relating steps/actions to desired or undesired outcomes. An example is riding a bicycle.
    • Tacit or Explicit Knowledge: tacit knowledge is personal experience and difficult to express or formalize. Explicit knowledge is easily expressed. Examples are insights, intuitions, knowledge bases, manuals, etc.
    • General or Specific Knowledge: general knowledge is possessed by many and easily shared; specific knowledge is possessed by a few, expensive to transfer, and unique.

    Combining Knowledge Classifications

    • Knowledge classifications are independent.
    • Procedural, declarative, tacit, explicit, general, and specific knowledge can combine in various ways.
    • Combining classifications identifies different knowledge types. Twelve different types of knowledge exist according to these criteria.

    Knowledge and Expertise

    • Expertise represents higher-quality knowledge.
    • Experts in a field tend to complete tasks more proficiently than those without expertise.

    Location of Knowledge

    • Knowledge exists in various reservoirs: people, artifacts, and organizational units/entities.
    • Knowledge exists within individuals, groups, practices, technologies, and repositories, as well as in organizational units, organizations, and inter-organizational networks.

    Intellectual Capital

    • Intellectual capital represents an organization's knowledge resources, both internal and external.
    • Intellectual capital is categorized into three forms: human capital, organizational capital, and social capital.

    Next Week

    • Next week's topics will include knowledge management.
    • The current week has provided a foundational understanding of knowledge and its significance in today's economy.
    • Students need to send an email containing name and class to a specific email address to receive materials and slides.

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