Abstract: In this paper, we discussed the educational practices of the Knowledge Organization in Iran. This paper is a historical review. In order to analyze the educational practices of Knowledge Organization related researches are reviewed. Also, curriculums of The Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT) are analyzed to identify courses related to
LIS education
Library and Knowledge Science Education!?
Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to explore the changes in library education in the context of the emergence of both information science and knowledge management. This paper is based on the review of scientific literature published in books, journals, websites, and other secondary sources and on the authors own viewpoints. The
Knowledge engagement specialists’ competencies
Abstract: Introduction. The role of library and information science professionals as knowledge facilitators is solidly grounded in the profession’s theoretical foundations as much as connected with its social relevance. Knowledge science is presented in this paper as a convenient theoretical framework for this mission, and knowledge engagement services –knowledge brokering, knowledge readiness and knowledge
Assessing and Analysing Knowledge Organization Courses in LIS Education
Abstract: This research explores trends in knowledge organization (KO) in library and information science (LIS) curricula in 68 selected schools located in Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America. The research quantitatively analyzed KO course descriptions in order to identify the modules covered in these LIS programs’ curricula. Information was gathered from the course descriptions
Examining Class Participation @ Nanyang Technological University
Abstract: Purpose – The main objective of this study was to explore students‟ perceptions of class participation and its benefits, barriers to their participation, and the motivational factors that may improve their class participation. Design/methodology/approach – Data were collected through a pre-tested questionnaire survey participated by 172 graduate students from three graduate programs