Knowledge Management and Sharing among Students of International Islamic University Malaysia

Abstract

The increasing adoption and usage of Social Network Software, (SNS) in learning environment in this era where emphasis on learning has shifted to students learning centered. SNS has become one of the core enablers in 21st century mode of instruction, the need to determine the extent of its use, factors that influence its usage and ways of improving the system in our academic institutions cannot be underestimated. However, this study examined the factors that determine knowledge sharing using SNS among students of International Islamic University, Malaysia (IIUM). Two theories were used to construct the research model that includes knowledge sharing as a social dilemma and social identity theory. IIUM students are used and self-developed instrument was employed in data collection. Descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis are used to test the relevant hypotheses and finally implication of the study for teaching and learning are also be discussed. The study identifies that knowledge sharing have positive impact on student academic achievement through knowledge enhancement