**8. Evaluating**

In this stage of the AR iteration, one observed a number of patterns evolving into practical learning opportunities. This was against the basic action research routine advocated by Stringer (1999:19). This 'road map', is set out below, in Figure **??**, and Table **??**. These were related to both face-to face and the ES supported KM groups. The patterns observe in face-to-face discussions related only to the core KM groups, and are summarised in the next three sub-sections [cf. 8].

The pattern observed in the ES-supported KM groups relate to apparent ES-support challenges, and effects on the groups' effectiveness and relevance of the process emerging as a result of these collaborative efforts.
