Introduction to Policy Formulation

Public Policy impacts almost every aspect of our lives; economic, social or cultural. Our economic well-being is, to a large extent, determined by the fiscal and monetary policies of government, while socially we are directly or indirectly affected by public policy on a range of issues from healthcare and education to welfare and the legal system of justice. Culturally, too, our lives are influenced by, for example, public policies formulated in the area of working hours, national holidays or racial issues. All in all, the presence of public policy is so all-pervading that its importance in a democracy cannot be overemphasized. As such, it is desirable that every citizen gains, at the least, a rudimentary understanding of how public policy works and how it can be influenced so that greater economic and social justice for all segments of society.

Introduction to Knowledge Management: Download a very comprehensive presentation

The business environment of the 21st century is perhaps the most turbulent in history. It is dominated by three powerful influences: globalization, the knowledge and information revolution, and structural change in organizations. Knowledge is thought to be the only meaningful resource in this knowledge based economy. The traditional factors of production have become secondary. Organizations have started considering knowledge as the key resource within organizations. Thus, Knowledge Management has become increasingly important for all organizations.

Essentials of Knowledge Management: Concepts, Theories and Practices

Knowledge Management (KM) has emerged as a tool for a continuous and sustainable development. KM is not a single discipline; rather an integration of numerous endeavors and fields of study. It is about using right knowledge at right time. This in itself may not seem a complex task, but it implies a strong tie among corporate strategy to understand why, when, where and in what forms knowledge exists, knowledge processes that span organizational functions, and KM initiatives which is accepted and supported by all the members of the organization. In this book we have covered the basic concepts related to knowledge, knowledge revolution, globalization and knowledge economies. In addition, the book also presents basic theories, frameworks, models and common practices of knowledge management. The book is equally valuable for both students and KM professionals.

8 Free Educational Online Journal Directories for Researchers, Teachers and Parents

Educational research is constantly evolving as researchers learn more about how children learn most efficiently. Free educational online journals offer important updates about the latest teaching techniques, important curriculum considerations, effective learning environments and countless other variables that can influence how well a child can learn specific material.

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Free and Open Software

Free software is a matter of liberty, not price. To understand the concept, you should think of free as in free speech, not as in free beer. The freedom to run the program, for any purpose (freedom 0). The freedom to study how the program works, and adapt it to your needs (freedom 1). Access to the source code is a precondition for this. The freedom to redistribute copies so you can help your neighbor (freedom 2). The freedom to improve the program, and release your improvements to the public, so that the whole community benefits (freedom 3). Access to the source code is a precondition for this. Open Source is a development methodology to support this philosophy. Free Software is a social movement. The promise of open source software is best quality, flexibility and reliability. On this page you will find a list of the best open source software in the world.

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Introduction to Knowledge Management
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