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Socioeconomic Strata, Mobile Technology, And Education: A Comparative Analysis, Paul Kim, Teresita Hagashi, Laura Carillo, Irina Gonzales, Tamas Makany, Bommi Lee, Alberto Garate
Socioeconomic Strata, Mobile Technology, And Education: A Comparative Analysis, Paul Kim, Teresita Hagashi, Laura Carillo, Irina Gonzales, Tamas Makany, Bommi Lee, Alberto Garate
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
Mobile devices are highly portable, easily distributable, substantially affordable, and have the potential to be pedagogically complementary resources in education. This study, incorporating mixed method analyses, discusses the implications of a mobile learning technology-based learning model in two public primary schools near the Mexico-USA border in the state of Baja California, Mexico. One school was located in an urban slum and the other in a rural village community. Empirical and ethnographic data were collected through a series of achievement tests, observations, surveys, and interviews involving 160 s grade school children recruited by convenience sampling. The general technology infrastructure, distinctive features …
Engaging Knowledge Management Learners Through Web-Based Ict: An Empirical Study, Thomas Menkhoff, Tze Yian Thang, Yue Wah Chay, Yue Kee Wong
Engaging Knowledge Management Learners Through Web-Based Ict: An Empirical Study, Thomas Menkhoff, Tze Yian Thang, Yue Wah Chay, Yue Kee Wong
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
The purpose of this paper is to examine how to successfully blend an e-learning module into a knowledge management (KM) course aimed at getting KM students interested in the respective subject matter (=KM) in a web-based learning environment. Based on data obtained from 138 undergraduate business management students at a university in Singapore, practical aspects of effectively implementing an e-learning system with a focus on KM are analyzed and the importance determined of three conceptual variables in the context of successful blended learning approaches: online faculty to student interaction, social presence and personal e-learning experiences. The study shows some positive …
Overcoming Learning Barriers Through Knowledge Management, Itiel E. Dror, Tamas Makany, Jonathan Kemp
Overcoming Learning Barriers Through Knowledge Management, Itiel E. Dror, Tamas Makany, Jonathan Kemp
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
The ability to learn highly depends on how knowledge is managed. Specifically, different techniques for note-taking utilize different cognitive processes and strategies. In this paper, we compared dyslexic and control participants when using linear and non-linear note-taking. All our participants were professionals working in the banking and financial sector. We examined comprehension, accuracy, mental imagery & complexity, metacognition, and memory. We found that participants with dyslexia, when using a non-linear note-taking technique outperformed the control group using linear note-taking and matched the performance of the control group using non-linear note-taking. These findings emphasize how different knowledge management techniques can avoid …
Business School Futures: Evaluation And Perspectives, Howard Thomas, Eric Cornuel
Business School Futures: Evaluation And Perspectives, Howard Thomas, Eric Cornuel
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
The purpose of this paper is to present details of this special issue, that has as its theme: “Business school futures: evaluation and perspectives”. The Guest Editors have assembled a set of papers presented at recent AACSB/EFMD meetings to provide further fuel for this important debate. Together the papers in this volume provide a set of insights about important themes and perspectives on business schools as we reflect about their future evolution. The insights presented in this special issue should provide the fuel for continued critical debate and dialogue as we confront the current turning points in management education and …
Perspectives On Leadership In Business Schools, Howard Thomas, Lynne Thomas
Perspectives On Leadership In Business Schools, Howard Thomas, Lynne Thomas
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
This paper aims to focus on leadership in business schools. It seeks to advocate examining strategic leadership processes through the exploration of interactions between such multiple constituencies as the dean, faculty, university councils and advisory boards. A range of models of the leadership process are identified and illustrated, namely, the strategic leadership process model, a model of leadership dynamics and an interactionist model, involving an examination of leadership characteristics, context and leadership style. The current financial crisis and criticisms of the business school in the modern university require deans to address changing models and contingencies, globalisation and moral values in …
A Sustainable Model For Business Schools?, Kai Peters, Howard Thomas
A Sustainable Model For Business Schools?, Kai Peters, Howard Thomas
Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business
The article looks at the condition of business model of business schools, and presents the views of the authors on its instability in terms of finance and unsustainability. It explores the financial drivers of business schools, both on the income and expenditure sides, as well as highlights the areas of distinct concern for business school finances. The sources of funding for business schools are discussed.