Exploring The Role of Engagement in Learning Within a Rescue Department Community of Practice
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore how engagement in a CoP within the rescue department could support learning, knowledge sharing and professional development. Study design/methodology/approach: A qualitative study based on focus group interviews was conducted exploring the context...
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International School for Social and Business Studies
2025-06-01
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Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore how engagement in a CoP within the rescue department could support learning, knowledge sharing and professional development.
Study design/methodology/approach: A qualitative study based on focus group interviews was conducted exploring the context of work and learning in the rescue department. The two groups represented firefighters and fire officers.
Findings: Engagement in the CoP is shaped by peer support, facilitation, intrinsic motivation and flexible participation, while organizational structures and leadership practices influence sustainability.
Originality/value: This paper provides new insights into CoP dynamics in the emergency services, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices, adaptive leadership, and digital facilitation to foster engagement.
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| spelling | doaj-art-4b472be2f4cf4dcc9338d8a65206b54a2025-08-20T03:26:55ZengInternational School for Social and Business StudiesInternational Journal of Management, Knowledge and Learning2232-51072232-56972025-06-011410.53615/2232-5697.14.207-219Exploring The Role of Engagement in Learning Within a Rescue Department Community of PracticeFilip Sever0https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7732-1994University of Lapland, Kajaani University of Applied Sciences Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore how engagement in a CoP within the rescue department could support learning, knowledge sharing and professional development. Study design/methodology/approach: A qualitative study based on focus group interviews was conducted exploring the context of work and learning in the rescue department. The two groups represented firefighters and fire officers. Findings: Engagement in the CoP is shaped by peer support, facilitation, intrinsic motivation and flexible participation, while organizational structures and leadership practices influence sustainability. Originality/value: This paper provides new insights into CoP dynamics in the emergency services, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices, adaptive leadership, and digital facilitation to foster engagement. https://toknowpress.net/submission/index.php/ijmkl/article/view/202Workplace learningCommunities of PracticeengagementKnowledge Management |
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