Research on the Knowledge Sharing Process of University Teachers

Abstract

In the knowledge economy era and the context of the "Double First-Class" initiative, universities, as core hubs for knowledge creation and dissemination, are crucial for the efficiency of knowledge flows within them. University faculty are the primary bearers of knowledge capital, and knowledge sharing among them is a key process for enhancing universities' overall innovation capabilities, teaching quality, and disciplinary development. However, knowledge sharing among university faculty is not simply a matter of information transfer; it is a complex socio-psychological and organizational behavioral process influenced by multiple factors. This paper aims to systematically explore the connotations and characteristics of knowledge sharing among university faculty, constructing an integrative analytical framework encompassing three dimensions: antecedents, processes, and outcomes. First, the paper defines the concept of knowledge sharing among university faculty and analyzes its unique characteristics, including its implicit nature, mutual benefit, and disciplinary cultural dependence. Second, it conducts an in-depth analysis of the key factors influencing faculty knowledge sharing willingness and behavior from the individual, group, organizational, and technological perspectives. Next, the knowledge sharing process is deconstructed into three core stages: knowledge externalization, knowledge transfer, and knowledge internalization. The operating mechanisms of both formal and informal sharing channels are explored. Finally, the paper demonstrates the positive effects of knowledge sharing on individual faculty professional development, the quality of student training, research team innovation, and the improvement of university organizational effectiveness. Finally, based on the above analysis, we propose management and practical recommendations for promoting effective knowledge sharing among university faculty from four perspectives: fostering a sharing culture, optimizing institutional design, building a technological platform, and promoting interdisciplinary approaches.