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An Introduction to
Knowledge Management
Knowledge Management in Organization
Dr. BibiAlajmi
Fall / 2011

2. Week 1-Agenda
This weeks agenda
Review course objectives.
Conduct course introduction and overview.
Review syllabus.
Introduce each other to the course members.
Review for this week.
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3. Course Objectives
Objectives for the Course
To explore the history & theory of Knowledge Management (KM)
To understand the controversies around KM
To learn about how KM programs are implemented through different models
To apply KM to the work of information & communication professionals
To understand KM through simulations & exercises
To learn about the ethical issues & problems inherent in KM
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4. Learning Methods
Learning methods well use:
Reading
Lecture slides, embellished by a weekly video
Discussion online (in eCollege)
Online exploration (the Web, databases, etc.)
Case studies
Using social media wiki & others
Writing & Presenting ideas and information
Creating and uploading videos
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5. Slide 42
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Learning Methods
Semesters Work Schedule & Key Assignments
Semesters schedule is contained in syllabus(see how well
proceed, p.3)

Weekly readings

6. Weekly videos 7. Learning activities 8. Flexibility to focus on your specific areas of interest 9. Will always highlight following weeks work and deliverables at the end of each set of lecture slides.
Key Assignments

Analysis papers and comments

10. Position statement 11. DSS presentation (slides & video intro) 12. Term project submissions 13. Discussions & postings On-going 14. Group Discussion leadershipVaries/ongoing