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Why knowledge exchange is important for universities A guide to what knowledge exchange is, how it impacts institutions and their communities and helpful examples of knowledge exchange activities
The practice of universities sharing ideas, expertise and data with non-academic partners is central to knowledge exchange . And while they have been engaging in knowledge exchange of one form or another for centuries, universities have only recently taken a strategic approach to it. This collection of resources explains the elements of knowledge exchange, from how to lead a knowledge transfer partnership (KTP) and the fundamentals of student knowledge exchange to examples of community engagement projects and industry collaborations, as well as advice on creating equitable research partnerships.
Copyright © 2025 THE - Times Higher Education. All rights reserved. How open knowledge strengthens democracies
No longer just guardians of knowledge , public universities are critical to the health of young democracies . To support civil society and democracy , flagship institutions must embrace their role as coordinators of open knowledge exchange
The three key building blocks for a successful knowledge transfer partnership
KTPs offer huge benefits to all involved – as long as you have the right partner , the right project and the right graduate , explains Ruth …
What is the secret to leading a successful knowledge transfer partnership ?
Knowledge transfer partnerships between academics and businesses can result in innovative products and services . Tony Leslie …
Knowledge transfer partnerships : a guide to doing them well
Advice on running a successful knowledge transfer partnership , based on the experience of James Selfe and Jim Richards co - …
Lessons from completing an award - winning knowledge transfer project
Eight key components of a successful knowledge transfer project ( KTP ) , drawing from the experience of an award - winning initiative to develop an online teaching platform for primary care clinicians
The formula for a successful knowledge exchange programme
Tips on how to create a successful knowledge exchange programme that fosters a truly collaborative culture , from Milan Radosavljevic
The fundamentals of successful student knowledge exchange
What basics must be considered in order to build a successful student knowledge exchange project ? Sharon Ingram shares …
Student - led knowledge exchange using Wikipedia
Challenging students to draft or enhance Wikipedia entries is an effective way to develop their subject knowledge , research and writing …
How to revitalise student knowledge exchange with local communities
How co - creating an ‘ umbrella ’ programme can help institutions innovate student knowledge exchange and improve …
How to develop partnerships that offer students real - world learning experiences
Rhianedd Smith shares insight on how to collaboratively create real - world learning experiences for students with professional partners
How to foster a start - up mindset in creative sector students
In an ever - changing employment landscape , more students than ever are setting up start - ups after graduation . Richard Sant and Victoria Fabbri share how the creative sector has lessons for nurturing future entrepreneurs
How universities can help rebuild trust in science
The crisis of confidence in science has deep origins . The answer to regaining traction is compelling stories and the skills to tell them …
Being a public scientist is not an easy choice
When scholars know their data well and can see their findings being ignored , they should be comfortable enough to speak out . Here , Paul …
Using digital technology to assist the spread of knowledge and …
Gisela Loehlein on how digital communications can assist in spreading knowledge and awareness of the Sustainable …
Equal research partnerships are a myth – but we can change that
The movement for decolonising universities should also be applied to research ‘ partnerships ’ and their unequal balance of power , say Faith Mkwananzi and Melis Cin
Creating equitable research partnerships across continents
Shabbar Jaffar provides tips for successful international collaborations built on trust , appropriate recognition and inclusiveness in decision - making
In this together : developing meaningful community …
Anna Walas offers advice for facilitating community engagement with research by considering ways in which effective …
Food for thought : advice for building a university - community collaboration
Planning and communication can turn good intentions into lasting benefits for students , faculty and the community . Joshua …
THE podcast : how to build mutually beneficial community partnerships
Three vice - presidents of public affairs and community engagement at universities in London , Melbourne and Chicago speak to the value of …
Tips for involving young people in research in meaningful ways
To effect real transformation , research must be carried out with young people , who should be made aware of the key role they play and knowledge they bring to the process
Community - engaged learning : a pedagogic approach to civic outreach
A guide to developing community - engaged learning projects that benefit the student participants and the communities they work within , by Sonia Kumar
Building blocks of university - industry partnerships for positive change
How universities can develop strategic cross - sector partnerships and trans - disciplinary research in order to boost progress …
Does the UK need an observatory for university engagement with …
Any such project would need to guard against numerous pitfalls , but the benefits in terms of bringing together various initiatives and …
How knowledge - sharing is making Baja ’ s wine industry the ‘ next Napa ’
Diana Celaya Tentori discusses the huge benefits of knowledge - sharing in wine research that can be applied to every academic …
Seven strategies to turn academic libraries into social organisations
For libraries to secure their future on higher education campuses , they must embrace a model that prioritises partnerships and collaboration , says Sheila Corrall
Five tips to enhance your institution ’ s civic engagement by working with public libraries
Advice to help universities work in partnership with public libraries to reach wider audiences and enhance their civic engagement
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