Open Knowledge Transfer and Reuse in the Stakeholder Engagement Processes of the African Union Inter-Africa Bureau for Animal Resources |
Welcome
Welcome to this online survey. My name is Patricia Mweene Lumba, and I am currently working on my Ph.D. thesis at the University of Pretoria within the Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment, and Information Technology, specifically in the Department of Information Science, under the guidance of Dr. MJ van Deventer and Prof. TJD Bothma. This research aims to explore knowledge management practices among stakeholder groups within Africa's animal resources sector. To contact me or my supervisors, and/or to read more background on the survey, please access this link.
Introduction
The study, titled "Open Knowledge Transfer and Reuse in the Stakeholder Engagement Processes of the African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources," aims to enhance knowledge management and decision-making in this crucial sector. By evaluating current practices, addressing knowledge gaps, and embracing open knowledge principles, it seeks to empower stakeholders with more valuable information. Ultimately, this will facilitate better and more sustainable decisions through effective knowledge transfer. Read more about the study's background and definitions of key terms.
Format of the survey
This survey is divided into four sections:
This survey is divided into four sections:
Section A: Stakeholder mapping
Section B: Current knowledge transfer mechanisms
Section C: Open knowledge transfer
Section D: Gap analysis in knowledge flow
Participation Terms
Your participation in this survey is entirely voluntary, and you may choose not to participate without any consequences. Additionally, you may withdraw at any time without repercussions. The survey form does not collect personal data, and all responses will be aggregated. Your answers will remain anonymous and treated with strict confidentiality. The insights gathered will be used solely for academic purposes and will also contribute to the enhancement of knowledge management strategies in the animal resources sector.
Ethical clearance
This research was approved by the University of Pretoria’s Information Science Research Committee, EBIT Faculty Ethics Review Committee (Nr: EBIT/251/2024).
This research was approved by the University of Pretoria’s Information Science Research Committee, EBIT Faculty Ethics Review Committee (Nr: EBIT/251/2024).
Completion
Your time and contribution to this study are greatly appreciated. The survey should take around 35 minutes to complete.