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Herman N L, Gigliotti R A. (2025). Examining the Relationship between Knowledge Sharing and Leadership Learning among Staff in Higher Education Institutions. johepal. 6(2), 48-66. doi:10.61186/johepal.6.2.48
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Examining the Relationship between Knowledge Sharing and Leadership Learning among Staff in Higher Education Institutions
Natalia L. Herman *, Ralph A. Gigliotti
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College and university personnel contribute directly and indirectly to leadership learning in higher education. Academic and administrative staff often contribute to leadership development, whether through formal training or as a byproduct of their daily work. However, the contributions of these individuals— particularly in knowledge sharing and management— remain underexplored in higher education research. This literature review identifies key gaps in the existing scholarship and offers directions for future inquiry into leadership learning among staff in higher education settings. The review highlights individual factors (such as attitude, behavior, and motivation) and organizational factors (including culture, trust, and workplace spirituality) that influence knowledge sharing. By examining the dynamic process of knowledge management in colleges and universities, this article emphasizes the critical role staff play in cultivating individual and collective leadership capacity.
 
Keywords: Knowledge Sharing, Leadership Learning, Staff, Higher Education, Distributed Leadership
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Received: 2025/01/29 | Accepted: 2025/05/1 | Published: 2025/06/30
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