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ERIC Number: EJ673961
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2003
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-3831
Metaphors for Learning: Cognitive Acquisition versus Social Participation.
Elmholdt, Claus
Scandinavian Journal of Educational Research, v47 n2 p115-31 Apr 2003
Analyzed expressions of cognitive "acquisition" and social "participation" metaphors for learning in the practice of support people in an information and communication technology company department of 100 employees. Findings show the support people's practice is characterized by interplay between these two metaphors. (SLD)
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Communications, Employees, Learning, Metaphors, Participation, Social Influences
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Support Personnel