In summary this paper states that the traditional Kantian view of knowledge was that it was an object that existed outside of humans. It was divided into typologies -'tacit, explicit, universal, local, declarative,procedural, or sticky and fluid.'
The social theory of knowledge is that it is embedded in minds and collectivist communities of practice ( Marxist, Wenger, Lave). People take part because they choose to. The motivation varies from seeking knowledge, support, networks, connectivity, fun, enjoyable, keep abreast of current ideas and innovations and brings satisfaction in helping others. Thus a community's need for knowledge, networking, care and diversity, rather than an individual needs , are the driver for a CoP.
I think that complexity theory assists in understanding the various viewpoints as to what are the drivers towards this social revolution. Although communities may drive practice, they do not exist without individuals. Technology makes it easier. Rewards both push and pull motivation. The Internet is a fine example however that the rewards are not always monetary.
McLure Wasko, M., & Faraj, S. (2000). "It is what one does": why people participate and help others in electronic communities of practice. Journal of Strategic Information Systems, 9, 155-173. Retrieved 7/12/2007 from GoogleScholar http://www.sceco.univnantes.fr/~tvallee/memoire/pratique/why%20people%20participate.pdf
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