An Exploration of Communities of Practice: From Lave and Wenger's Seminal Work to a U.S. Government Agency's Knowledge Sharing Program.

Chindgren, Tina M.

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ERIC Number: ED492437

Record Type: Non-Journal

Publication Date: 2005-Feb

Pages: 7

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An Exploration of Communities of Practice: From Lave and Wenger's Seminal Work to a U.S. Government Agency's Knowledge Sharing Program

Chindgren, Tina M.

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The communities of practice model for knowledge sharing is examined in this conceptual paper. Key themes reflected in the literature--the linkage between knowledge and activity and the importance of relationships--are explored within the context of programs and practices within the National Aeronautics and Aerospace Agency (NASA) learning environment.

Descriptors: Space Sciences, Professional Development, Human Capital, Federal Government, Adult Education, Interpersonal Relationship

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative

Education Level: Adult Education

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Language: English

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