Description
RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
Book Summary
This work serves as an essential introductory guide for those delving into educational research methodology and the foundations of knowledge management. The authors, specialists in the field, offer a clear and structured journey that allows the reader to understand the basic processes of scientific inquiry and the strategies for managing and leveraging generated knowledge. A practical resource for students and professionals seeking a solid foundation in these complementary fields.
What is it about?
The book didactically addresses the fundamental principles of educational research, explaining everything from defining the problem to interpreting results. Simultaneously, it introduces the concept of knowledge management as a tool to systematize, share, and apply learning obtained in academic and professional environments. Through examples and practical approaches, it connects both disciplines to show how rigorous research can fuel effective knowledge management, and vice versa.
Main Topics
- Introduction to educational research methodology.
- Data collection and analysis processes in educational contexts.
- Foundations of knowledge management and its practical application.
- Relationship between research and the generation of useful knowledge.
- Strategies for the transfer and use of knowledge in organizations.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at university students of education, pedagogy, and social sciences who need an initial approach to research. It is also of interest to teachers, trainers, and education professionals who wish to understand how to manage the knowledge generated in their daily practice. It is an introductory text, accessible to those with no prior experience in research methodology.
What this book offers
- A clear conceptual foundation for educational research and knowledge management.
- Practical tools to initiate academic inquiry projects.
- Understanding of how knowledge can be organized and applied in real contexts.
- An integrative approach that links two key areas for professional development.
Technical Specifications
- Author: GARCIA LAZARO, DESIRE; VERSTEEGEN, GILS; GARCIA MU
- Publisher: OMMPRESS
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: RESEARCH METHODS: GENERAL
- Collection: FONDO
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2018
- Number of pages: 108
- Weight: 240 g
Editorial Review
This is a concise and functional manual that fulfills its purpose of serving as a gateway to educational research and knowledge management. Its brevity and practical focus make it a useful resource for those who need a general overview without delving into technicalities. It is especially recommended for students beginning their training in methodology or professionals looking for a quick and accessible reference on these topics.