Federated knowledge synthesis: Difference between revisions

Knowledge production starts with the work of individuals and teams. Such contributions are then refined and synthesized in topical communities, disciplines, and other higher-level organizational structures. A big challenge at each move to a higher organizational level is the divergent jargon and terminology of the lower-level entities that wish to join forces. Sometimes there is one dominant entity that ends up imposing its choices. This is arguably not the best way to proceed, and not even an option in more egalitarian settings. Common vocabulary (including semantics in formal systems) can only emerge by consensus, a process that is poorly supported by digital knowledge management tools.

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