ICT707 Knowledge Management Assessment- Semester 2, 2025

Assessment Overview

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Referencing guides

You must reference all the sources of information you have used in your assessments. Please use the IEEE referencing style when referencing your assessments in this unit. Refer to the library’s reference guides for more information.

• https://elearning.vit.edu.au/pluginfile.php/473840/block_html/content/VIT%20Library%20Referencing%20-%20IEEE%20-%2007042020.pdf

Academic misconduct

VIT ensures that the integrity of its students’ academic studies follows an acceptable level of excellence. VIT will adhere to its VIT Policies, Procedures and Forms where it explains the importance of staff and student honesty in relation to academic work. It outlines the kinds of behaviors that are "academic misconduct", including plagiarism.

Late submissions

In cases where there are no accepted mitigating circumstances as determined through VIT Policies, Procedures and Forms, late submission of assessments will lead automatically to the imposition of a penalty. Penalties will be applied as soon as the deadline is reached.

Short extensions and special consideration

Special Consideration is are quest for:

• Extensions of the due date for an assessment, other than an examination (e.g. assignment extension).
• Special Consideration (Special Consideration in relation to a Completed assessment, including an end-of-unit Examination).

Students wishing to request Special Consideration in relation to an assessment the due date of which has not yet passed must engage in written emails to the teaching team to Request for Special Consideration as early as possible and prior to start time of the assessment due date, along with any accompanying documents, such as medical certificates.

For more information, visit VIT  Policies, Procedures and Forms.

Inclusive and equitable assessment

Reasonable adjustment in assessment methods will be made to accommodate students with a documented disability or impairment. Contact the unit teaching team for more information.

Contract Cheating

Contract cheating usually involves the purchase of an assignment or piece of research from another party. This may be facilitated by a fellow student, friend or purchased on a website. Other forms of contract cheating include paying another person to sit an exam in the student's place.

Contract cheating warning:

• By paying someone else to complete your academic work, you don’t learn as much as you could have if you did the work yourself.
• You are not prepared for the demands of your future employment.
• You could be found guilty of academic misconduct.

• Many off or pay contract cheating companies recycle assignments despite guarantees of

  “original, plagiarism-free work” so similarity is easily detected by TurnitIn.

• Penalties for academic misconduct include suspension and exclusion.
• Students in some disciplines are required to disclose any findings of guilt for academic misconduct before being accepted into certain professions (e.g., law).
• You might disclose your personal and financial information in an unsafe way, leaving yourself open to many risks including possible identity theft.
• You also leave yourself open to blackmail-if you pay someone else to do an assignment for you, they know you have engaged in fraudulent behaviour and can always blackmail you.

Grades

We determine your grades to the following Grading Scheme:

Assessment Details for Assessment Item 1:

Overview

Case Study: Revolutionizing Knowledge Management at Tech Innovate Corporation Introduction:

Tech Innovate Corporation, aprominent technology company, is facing significant challenges in knowledge management, hindering innovation and growth. This case study explores the current state of knowledge management at Tech Innovate and proposes strategies to overcome these challenges.

Case Background:

Tech Innovate Corporation is grappling with the following  knowledge management challenges:

• Silos of Information:

Teams and departments are working in isolation, limiting the flow of knowledge across the organization.

• Lack of Codification Standards:

Knowledge documentation lacks uniformity, making it challenging to retrieve and apply information efficiently.

• Limited Knowledge Sharing Culture:

Employees are not actively participating in knowledge-sharing practices, impacting collaboration and innovation.

• Technological Barriers:

Out dated technology hampers effective knowledge sharing and collaboration with in the organization.

Questions:

1. Silos of Information:

Question: How can Tech Innovate identify existing silos of information within the organization and encourage cross-functional knowledge sharing?

1. Lack of Codification Standards:

Question: What steps can Tech Innovate take to establish standardized codification practices for knowledge documentation, ensuring uniform adoption across the organization?

1. Limited Knowledge Sharing Culture:

Question: What initiatives can be implemented to foster a culture of knowledge sharing among employees at Tech Innovate?

1. Technological Barriers:

Question: Conduct an assessment of Tech Innovate's current technology infrastructure. What upgrades or new tools are recommended to enhance knowledge sharing?

Submission Instructions

All submissions are to be submitted through Turnitin. Drop-boxes linked to Turnitin will be setup in Moodle. Assessments not submitted through these drop-boxes will not be considered. Submissions must be made by the end of the session.

The Turnitin similarity score will be used to determine any plagiarism of your submitted assessment. Turnitin will check conference websites,  Journal articles, online resources, and your peer’s submissions for plagiarism. You can see your Turnitin similarity score when you submit our assessments to the appropriate drop-box. If your similarity score is of concern, you can change your assessment and resubmit. However, re- submission is only allowed before the submission due date and time. You cannot make re-submissions after the due date and time have elapsed.

Note: All work is due by the due date and time. Late submissions will be penalized at 20% of the assessment final grade per day, including weekends.

Marking Criteria/Rubric

You will be assessed on the following marking criteria/Rubric:

AssessmentDetailsforAssessmentItem2:

Overview

Assignment Title: Designing a Knowledge Management Solution: A Practice-Based Case Study Objective

The objective of this assignment is to evaluate and design an effective Knowledge Management (KM) solution for an organization through a practice- based case study. The assignment will focus on the evaluation of tools and techniques for knowledge capture, codification, and sharing, as well as the design of a comprehensive KM solution using five distinct stages.

Tasks

Introduction (Approx. 300 words):

• Briefly introduce the concept of Knowledge Management (KM) and its significance in organizational success.
• Provide an overview of the case study organization without revealing its identity.

Evaluation of Tools and Techniques (Approx.500 words):

• Identify and evaluate at least three tools or techniques for knowledge capture, codification, and sharing in an organizational context.
• Discuss the strengths and weaknesses  of each tool/technique.
• Justify the suitability of each tool/technique for the case study organization.

Case Study Overview (Approx.200words):

• Provide a concise overview of the case study organization, its industry, and any specific challenges or opportunities related to knowledge management.

Designing the KM Solution-Five Distinct Stages(Approx.700words):

Stage1: Knowledge Identification and Capture:

• Describe how the organization will identify and capture tacit and explicit knowledge.
• Propose specific activities or processes for knowledge identification.

Stage2: Knowledge Codification:

• Outline the methods for codifying knowledge within the organization.
• Discuss the importance of categorization and structure in knowledge codification.

Stage3: Knowledge Storage and Retrieval:

• Design a system for storing and retrieving knowledge efficiently.
• Explore technological solutions that support knowledge storage and retrieval.

Stage4: Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration:

• Develop strategies for promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration among employees.
• Consider both formal and informal channels for knowledge dissemination.

Stage5: Knowledge Maintenance and Continuous Improvement:

• Propose mechanisms for maintaining the relevance and accuracy of stored knowledge.
• Suggest ways in which the KM solution can adapt to changing organizational needs.

Conclusion (Approx. 300 words):

• Summarize the key findings and recommendations.
• Emphasize the potential impact of the proposed KM solution on the organization's overall performance.
   

Submission Instructions

All submissions are to be submitted through Turnitin. Drop-boxes linked to Turnitin will be setup in Moodle. Assessments not submitted through these drop- boxes will not be considered. Submissions must be made by the end of the session.

The Turnitin similarity score will be used to determine any plagiarism of your submitted assessment. Turnitin will check conference websites, Journal articles, online resources, and your peer’s submissions for plagiarism. You can see your Turnitin similarity score when you submit your assessments to the appropriate drop-box. If your similarity score is of concern, you can change your assessment and resubmit. However, re-submission is only allowed before the submission due date and time. You cannot make re-submissions after the due date and time have elapsed.

Note: All work is due by the due date and time. Late submissions will be penalized at 20% of the assessment final grade per day, including weekends.

Marking Criteria/Rubric

You will be assessed on the following marking criteria/Rubric:

Assessment Details for Assessment Item 3:

Designing a Knowledge Management (KM) Solution Introduction Overview

Note: *denotes ‘Hurdle Assessment Item’ that students must achieve at least 40% in this item to pass the unit.

This group assessment centers on crafting a Knowledge Management (KM) solution for a real-world case study. With a focus one thical, legal, and management aspects, the assignment challenges groups to collaboratively design an effective KM solution. As organizations grapple with information overload, this task not only sharpens practical KM skills but also emphasizes the crucial imensions of ethics, legality, and effective management.

Introduction (Approx.300words)

• Briefly introduce the concept of Knowledge Management (KM) and its significance.
• Provide an overview of the selected practice-based case study without revealing its identity.
• Clearly state the purpose of the report, emphasizing the focus on designing an effective KM solution with ethical, legal, and management  considerations.

Literature Review (Approx. 600 words)

• Review relevant literature on KM tools, techniques, and ethical consideration sin KM.
• Explore legal aspects related to knowledge sharing, data privacy, and intellectual property in an organizational context.
• Investigate management issues related to implementing KM solutions, such as resistance to change, organizational culture, and leadership.

Evaluation of Tools and Techniques (Approx.600 words)

• Identify and evaluate at least three tools or techniques for knowledge capture, codification, and sharing.
• Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each tool/technique.
• Justify the suitability of each tool/technique for the selected case study organization.

Designing the KM Solution- Five Distinct Stages (Approx. 1200 words) 

Stage 1: Knowledge Identification and Capture

• Describe how the organization will identify and capture tacit and explicit knowledge.
• Propose specific activities or processes for knowledge identification.

Stage2: Knowledge Codification

• Outline methods for codifying knowledge within the organization.
• Discuss the importance of categorization and structure in knowledge codification.

Stage3: Knowledge Storage and Retrieval

• Design a system for storing and retrieving knowledge efficiently.
• Explore technological solutions that support knowledge storage and retrieval.

Stage4: Knowledge Sharing and Collaboration

• Develop strategies for promoting knowledge sharing and collaboration among employees.
• Consider both formal and informal channels for knowledge dissemination.

Stage5: Knowledge Maintenance and Continuous Improvement

• Propose mechanisms for maintaining the relevance and accuracy of stored knowledge.
• Suggest ways  in which the KM solution can adapt to changing organizational needs.

Ethical, Legal, and Management Considerations (Approx.500 words)

• Analyze ethical considerations related to knowledge sharing and the impact ton stake holders.
• Examine legal implications and compliance requirements for the proposed KM solution.
• Discuss potential management challenges and strategies for overcoming them.

Conclusion (Approx. 300 words)

• Summarize key findings from the literature review and the proposed KM solution.
• Emphasize the significance of ethical, legal, and management considerations in the design of the KM solution.
• Provide a seamless transition to the individual assessment components.

Individual Assessment Components (Approx. 300 words each) Peer Review Report:

• Evaluate the contributions of each group member.
• Assess the effectiveness of collaboration and communication within the group.
• Provide constructive feedback on are as of improvement for each member.

Self-Reflective Report:

• Reflect on your individual contributions to the group project.
• Discuss the challenges faced and lessons learned during the collaborative process.
• Outline personal growth in understanding KM, ethical considerations, legal aspects, and management challenges.

References (As needed)

Submission Instructions

All submissions are to be submitted through Turnitin. Drop-boxes linked to Turnitin will be setup in Moodle. Assessments not submitted through these drop- boxes will not be considered. Submissions must be made by the end of the session.

The Turnitin similarity score will beused to determine any plagiarism of your submitted assessment. Turnitin will check conference websites, Journal articles, online resources, and your peer’s submissions for plagiarism. You can see your Turnitin similarity score when you submit your assessments to the appropriate drop-box. If your similarity score is of concern, you can change your assessment and resubmit. However, re-submission is only allowed before the submission due date and time. You cannot make re-submissions after the due date and time have elapsed.

Note: All work is due by the due date and time. Late submissions will be penalized at 20% of the assessment final grade per day, including weekends.

Marking Criteria/Rubric

You will be assessed on the following marking criteria/Rubric: