Appreciative inquiry and knowledge management : a social constructionist perspective The authors of this book advance the Appreciative Sharing of Knowledge (ASK) a unique approach by which organizations create a culture that facilitates the sharing of information. Using social constructionist approaches historical data and case studies the authors demonstrate that appreciation or affirmation is the key ingredient for people to trust each other and overcome their inhibitions and concerns about sharing what they know 1. Introduction : a new adventure 2. Knowledge sharing : a historical perspective 3. The generative potential of appreciative processes 4. How to ASK 5. Private sector case studies 6. Government sector case studies 7. Public service case study 8. Summary conclusion and invitations.