Knowledge Sharing Behaviour Among University Lecturers in a Higher Education Institution

Abstract

The quantitative research examined the degree to which lecturers at University of Cape Coast share and use knowledge. This study used the descriptive cross- sectional survey and gathered data from 114 lecturers from the College of Education Studies UCC, through the census method. Data for the study was gathered through the use of a questionnaire. The data were analysed using descriptive (mean and standard deviation) and inferential (independent samples t-test and One-way ANOVA) statistics. The research found that lecturers had a considerable willingness to take part in knowledge sharing with their colleagues. Also, they were willing to receive and use shared knowledge. Additionally, the research revealed that knowledge sharing improved lecturers' efficacy of their academic and administration functions. In terms of demographic variables, it was found that there were no age and sex differences in lecturers’ willingness to share and utilise knowledge. However, significant differences existed in their willingness to share knowledge based on professional ranks. They were collaborating, so they were given a sustenance recommendation to encourage lecturers in sharing knowledge with their colleagues since knowledge sharing was found to be beneficial