people contribute their knowledge when they perceive that it enhances their professional reputations, when they have the experience to share, and when they are structurally embedded in the network. Surprisingly, contributions occur without regard to expectations of reciprocity from others or high levels of commitment to the network.
| Construct | Cites | Category | Questions given? | Content validity | Pretests | Response type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| motivations of reputation | Constant et al., 1996 | yes | no | none | |||
| enjoy helping others | Constant et al., 1996 | yes | no | none | |||
| Commitment | Mowday et al., 1979 | yes | no | none | |||
| Reciprocity | Constant et al., 1996 | yes | no | none | |||
| self-rated expertise | NEW | partially | no | none | 5-point scale from "novice" to "expert" |
Molly McLure Wasko and Samer Faraj. Why Should I Share? Examining Social Capital and Knowledge Contribution in Electronic Networks of Practice. MIS Quarterly, 29(1):35, 2005. doi:10.2307/25148667.
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