Abstract
This paper addresses the challenge of enhancing social interaction
through value-added connections among online community members engaged
in knowledge exchange. We report on our exploration of three types of
connection dynamics: (1) features enabling network members to visualize and
browse through relationship networks, (2) intelligent agents and (3) innovative
game dynamics aimed at stimulating the identification and establishment of
value-adding connections between users and knowledge assets, individuals,
groups, and communities. We describe here how such dynamics could be
embedded in lifelong competence development networks.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 424-442 |
Number of pages | 19 |
Journal | International Journal of Learning Technology |
Volume | 3 |
Issue number | 4 |
Early online date | 9 Jul 2008 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2008 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- connection dynamics
- intelligent social agents
- connection games
- network visualization
- lifelong competence development
- knowledge management
- virtual communities