Information Technology Management and Leadership and Web Seminars Contributed by EDUCAUSE

Today in many circles the mention of knowledge management conjures up fears of complex IT systems (often equated with failure) or a new initiative (often associated with vague requirements). How do you develop a knowledge management program that incorporates the essence of organizational learning and knowledge sharing without new tools or systems? The Johnson Space Center has embarked on such a quest to define a program that leverages the wealth of knowledge of 50 years of human space flight not only for today's workforce but also for generations to come.

Many IT leaders across the country cite professional mentoring as a factor significant to their career success. Thoughtful, personalized, professional mentoring is crucial for those who aspire to become managers, as well as for all IT employees from a career development perspective. Tune in and learn about the various types of mentoring and what the research says about mentoring's benefits and drawbacks. Learn techniques you can implement within your own organization to further your own and others' careers. A new EDUCAUSE Web site focused on mentoring is also introduced.