Supporting a community of trainers : can a community of practice help address trainers’ need for continuous, easily accessible, and context-appropriate support?
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Abstract:
From April to July 2005 research was carried out to to identify the information needs of computer and internet trainers (ICT4D trainers) who provide services to development projects and organizations. An online survey and focus group discussion carried out among the trainers sought to answer the question, “Can a Community of Practice (CoP) help address the trainers’ need for continuous, easily accessible, and context-appropriate support?” If yes, how should the evolution of a Community of Trainers (CoT) be supported by the involved actors? The author reviews the key concepts surrounding Communities of Practice. She concludes that a Community of Trainers could be a meaningful and feasible vehicle for addressing the ICT4D trainers’ challenges and needs. However, it was also recognized that success of the Community will depend on ever-changing social, cultural and economic factors. Based on the findings, the author recommends specific steps that can be taken to increase the chance of success of the Community of Trainers.
Authors:
Cate, G. ten
Series Title:
Thematic Report
Category:
General
Keywords:
information and communication technologies
,
capacity building
Language:
eng
Organization:
IICD - International Institute for Communication and Development
PAGE:
29
Place:
The Hague
Publisher:
IICD
Year:
2006
Right:
© 2007 IICD
Subject:
Information, Knowledge and Communication
Title:
Supporting a community of trainers : can a community of practice help address trainers’ need for continuous, easily accessible, and context-appropriate support?