Knowledge Bank in-class group exercise

by HJ, Fee, Danielle, Elaine

In Studio, we were assigned to construct short one-word definitions associated with the word “knowledge”, as well as coming up with different types of analogue and digital skills and assumptions about knowledge. Through this exercise, I’ve learned that there can be various ways to identify knowledge, from “generation/history” to “science”, but they, in conclusion, are all geared towards the same thing “awareness and familiarity.” Whether knowledge are taught or self-absorbed, they allow you the opportunity to change. In addition, by focusing on the different types of skills, I’ve noticed that some of the analogous skills and digital skills overlap in terms of their purposes. For instance, social media, a digital skill, is one way of communicating which can also be accomplished by talking, an analogue skill. As we came up with assumptions about knowledge, we came up with not only the positive aspects but also the negative outcomes of having knowledge. Despite the benefits of gaining knowledge, it can also lead us to things such as stereotypes or misinterpretations. Also, it is said that knowing everything can be harmful and the less you know, the happier you become.

Knowing these three things can adversely affect research. By knowing that having too much knowledge is not always good and that what we think is true might not be always right, you can remind yourself to always question yourself and your knowledge in order to gain better result.

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