The Concept of Communities of Practice
The Concept of Communities of Practice
Place:
Hershey
Publisher:
IGI Global
Date published:
2005
Responsibility:
Clarke, Steve, jt.author
Editor:
Coakes, Elayne
Journal Title:
Encyclopedia of Communities of Practice in Information and Knowledge Management
Source:
Encyclopedia of Communities of Practice in Information and Knowledge Management
Subject:
Abstract:
This article looks at the concept of communities of practice (CoPs) in the workplace. The theories surrounding these types of communities are still very new and in the process of development. The practice and the importance of these communities for knowledge transfer is also still being explored as to best methods for establishing such communities and how to support and encourage them. Below we discuss the background and main threads of theory that are under development.
CITATION: Coakes, Elayne. The Concept of Communities of Practice edited by Coakes, Elayne . Hershey : IGI Global , 2005. Encyclopedia of Communities of Practice in Information and Knowledge Management - Available at: https://library.au.int/concept-communities-practice