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Evaluating the Jordanian Experience in the Transition to a Knowledge Economy

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  • Saleh S. Barakat

    (Al-Balqa Applied University)

  • Hisham M. AlSmadi

    (Al-Balqa Applied University)

  • Khalifeh M. Abu-Ashour

    (Yarmouk University)

Abstract

In 2002, Jordan sought to shift towards a knowledge economy through the adoption of several policies supporting the transition towards a knowledge economy. The current study aims to evaluate the transition process as Jordan moves towards knowledge economy. Majority of the indicators presented in this study showed regression, despite some important steps taken by Jordan. The results showed a noticeable decline in the knowledge economy indicators in Jordan and also that Jordan is going through difficult economic conditions on account of minimal global support. The pace of the transition towards the knowledge economy has been greatly affected by deteriorated economic situations of Jordan. However, Jordan has been able to obtain some positive indicators with respect to human capital and creativity, and these endorse the significance of investing in human capital, reviewing the law and legal system, and education policies in Jordan. These results provide a guideline to Jordanian authorities so that they can take necessary measures to meaningfully invest in knowledge economy.

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  • Saleh S. Barakat & Hisham M. AlSmadi & Khalifeh M. Abu-Ashour, 2022. "Evaluating the Jordanian Experience in the Transition to a Knowledge Economy," Journal of the Knowledge Economy, Springer;Portland International Center for Management of Engineering and Technology (PICMET), vol. 13(2), pages 1076-1087, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:jknowl:v:13:y:2022:i:2:d:10.1007_s13132-021-00739-4
    DOI: 10.1007/s13132-021-00739-4
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