Towards a Theory of Workplace Learning.

Billett, Stephen

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Publication Date: 1992

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Towards a Theory of Workplace Learning.

Billett, Stephen

Studies in Continuing Education, v14 n2 p143-55 1992

Any setting can contribute to learning, and learning theories must account for settings, enculturation, and social contributions. Theories of learning in informal or "natural" settings must be quite distinct from existing theories of formal learning. (SK)

Descriptors: Cognitive Psychology, Educational Environment, Informal Education, Learning Theories, Relevance (Education), Skill Development, Training, Transfer of Training, Vocational Education

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