Documenting knowledge for East African School of Library and Information Science (EASLIS) academic staff

Abstract

This study was carried out at the East African School of Library and Information Science mainly to Document knowledge for the academic staff of EASLIS. The objectives of the study were to: identify the types of knowledge possessed by Easlis academic staff; To determine how the knowledge of academic staff at Easlis is managed; to identify the challenges in managing the knowledge of Easlis academic staff; and in the end, to document knowledge for easily academic staff. The study adopted a descriptive research design backed up by a qualitative research method approach and focused on the academic staff including the teaching staff, heads of departments, and the dean of students. The sample used consisted of eight respondents who were divided unevenly to suit the study. The study also employed the interview and the document review methods for data collection. The study focused on the academic staff, including the teaching staff, department heads, and the dean of students. It used a descriptive research design supported by a qualitative research technique approach. Eight respondents made up the sample, which was randomly divided to fit the needs of the research. For the purpose of gathering data, the study also used document reviews and interviews.The academic staff at the East African School of Library and Information Science collaborates with various organizations, such as AFLIA, ULIA, and CUUL, among others, which hasenabled them to easily access knowledge and information. However, the study found that the school lacked an effective knowledge base for organizing its knowledge and proper management. The majority of users said that creating a knowledge base for academic staff would help them manage their information more effectively. Due to the lack of clear channels for sharing or discussing their findings from seminars, confessions, and meetings, the majority of academic professionals find it difficult to share their knowledge. They also learned that diverse teaching strategies are employed by academic staff at different levels. For example, undergraduate students are taught through presentations, exploration, in person lectures, and conversations, whereas graduate students typically receive research assignments. The survey also discovered that the East African School of Library and Information Science's faculty members have strong knowledge in the subject of library and records management therefore helping them to contribute constructively to their academic responsibilities.