LIS406 Knowledge Management

About this course

Difficulty: Intermediate
Study hours: 96 hours
Maths: None
Content: Theoretical, practical, case study
Practical work: Yes

How it is assessed

Assignments
Tutor marked assessments
Computer based tests
Final examination

What you'll read

The real module and unit structure of LIS406, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.

Module 1 · KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN LIBRARIES

UNIT 1 OVERVIEW/DEFINITION OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
UNIT 2: TOPOLOGY, PROCESSES, TECHNIQUES, TOOLS, AND COMPONENTS OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 27
UNIT 3 PRACTICES AND APPLICATION (ORGANIZATION OR BUSINESS CONTEXT) OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTPage 51

Module 2

Module 3 · KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND STRATEGIES

Module 4

Module 5 · MEASUREMENT OF THE IMPACT OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMMES

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

LIS406 · UNIT 1 OVERVIEW/DEFINITION OF KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

Knowledge management (KM) is a broad term theorized by diverse scholars in multidisciplinary fields, such as Business Management, human resources, organizational development, change management, information technology, performance measurement Information Science and Knowledge Science (Spender, (2015).

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What you should be able to do

Understand the core principles of knowledge management.
Identify and classify different types of knowledge.
Apply knowledge sharing techniques in various organizational settings.
Design and implement knowledge management systems and strategies.
Evaluate the ethical implications of knowledge management practices.
Measure the impact of knowledge management programs.

What it prepares you for

Careers

Knowledge Manager
Information Architect
Information Manager
Chief Knowledge Officer
Data Analyst

Where it is applied

Libraries
Information Centers
Corporate Organizations
Educational Institutions
Government Agencies

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

Module 3: Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies
Unit 3: Formulation and Implementation of Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies in Libraries
Formulation and implementation of knowledge management systems and strategies require a deep understanding of organizational structure and strategic alignment, demanding critical thinking and analytical skills.
Module 4: Knowledge Architecture, Ethical Issues, And Problems In Knowledge Management
Unit 2: Design/Structure, and Segments of Knowledge Architecture
Designing enterprises in knowledge architecture involves understanding complex systems and models, requiring abstract thinking and problem-solving abilities.

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.

Week 1Module 1: Knowledge Management in Libraries
- Unit 1: Overview/Definition, Objectives, Scope, and Models of Knowledge Management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Understand the overview and definition of knowledge management.. Discuss the scope of knowledge management.. Explain the objectives of knowledge management.. Describe the models of knowledge management..
Week 2Module 1: Knowledge Management in Libraries
- Unit 2: Topology, Processes, Techniques, Tools, and Components of Knowledge Management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Explain topology of knowledge management.. Discuss the processes of knowledge management.. Describe the techniques of knowledge management.. Discuss the tools of knowledge management.. Describe the components of knowledge management..
Week 3Module 1: Knowledge Management in Libraries
- Unit 3: Practices and Application (organization or business context) of Knowledge Management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Discuss the practices of knowledge management.. Describe how knowledge management can be applied in the organization..
Week 4Module 2: Knowledge Sharing in Libraries
- Unit 1: Definition, Objectives, and Methods of Knowledge Sharing · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Define knowledge sharing.. Explain the objectives of knowledge sharing.. Identify and discuss the methods of knowledge sharing..
Week 5Module 2: Knowledge Sharing in Libraries
- Unit 2: Techniques (capturing/acquiring, organizing, distributing), and Tools of Knowledge Sharing · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Explain the techniques of knowledge sharing.. Discuss how the various knowledge sharing tools are used in different platforms..
Week 6Module 2: Knowledge Sharing in Libraries
- Unit 3: Implication of Knowledge Sharing in Libraries · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Explain the implications of knowledge sharing.. Discuss how knowledge sharing is used to foster transformation among staff members..
Week 7Module 3: Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies
- Unit 1: Concept and objectives of Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Define the concept of knowledge management systems and strategies.. Explain the objectives of knowledge management systems and strategies..
Week 8Module 3: Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies
- Unit 2: Types and functions of Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies in libraries · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Explain the types of knowledge management systems and strategies in libraries.. Discuss the functions which knowledge management systems and strategies serve..
Week 9Module 3: Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies
- Unit 3: Formulation and Implementation of Knowledge Management Systems and Strategies in Libraries · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Discuss the formulation of knowledge management systems and strategies in libraries.. Explain the implementation of knowledge management systems and strategies in libraries and related corporate organizations..
Week 10Module 4: Knowledge Architecture, Ethical Issues, And Problems In Knowledge Management
- Unit 1: Definition, and Purpose of Knowledge Architecture · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Explain the definition, and purpose of knowledge Architecture..
Week 11Module 4: Knowledge Architecture, Ethical Issues, And Problems In Knowledge Management
- Unit 2: Design/Structure, and Segments of Knowledge Architecture · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Describe the Design/Structure, and Segments of Knowledge Architecture.
Week 12Module 4: Knowledge Architecture, Ethical Issues, And Problems In Knowledge Management
- Unit 3: Requirements, Enterprise, Issues in Designing Enterprises in Knowledge Architecture and implications of ethical issues in Knowledge Management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Explain the requirements, Enterprise, and Issues surrounding the designing of enterprises in knowledge architecture. Discuss the implication of ethical issues in knowledge management.
Week 13Module 5: Measurement of the Impact of Knowledge Management Programmes
- Unit 1: Overview of knowledge measurement and purpose of measurement of the impact of Knowledge Management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 1: Explain knowledge measurement and purpose for which it is being measured since the impact of knowledge management is most significant in the organization. Implication of measuring knowledge management in the organization.
- Unit 2: Implementing Knowledge Management Projects · 2 hours
  Read Unit 2: Explain how to implement knowledge measurement projects in the organization.
- Unit 3: Practical work in knowledge management · 2 hours
  Read Unit 3: Explain the practical work of knowledge measurement in the organization.

Preparing for the exam

What to do

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and concepts.
Develop diagrams and charts to visualize the relationships between different knowledge management systems and strategies.
Practice applying knowledge management principles to real-world case studies.
Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback to identify areas for improvement.
Form study groups to discuss challenging concepts and share insights.
Focus on understanding the ethical implications of knowledge management and be prepared to discuss them in the exam.
Practice time management during study sessions to simulate exam conditions.

Questions students ask about this course

What is LIS406 about?

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of Knowledge Management (KM). It explores the meaning of KM, its various types, and typologies. Students will learn how to harness knowledge sharing through social networking sites and develop skills in knowledge management using networking tools. The course also covers knowledge management systems, strategies, and architecture, along with ethical considerations and methods for measuring the impact of KM programs.

How many units does LIS406 have?

LIS406, Knowledge Management, has 15 units across 5 modules, over 199 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is LIS406?

LIS406 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.

Is LIS406 hard?

LIS406 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, practical and case study work, and it has a practical component.

How long does LIS406 take to study?

About 96 hours of study, spread across its 15 units.

How is LIS406 assessed?

LIS406 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments, computer based tests and final examination.

What can I do with LIS406?

Knowledge Manager, Information Architect, Information Manager, Chief Knowledge Officer and Data Analyst.