Skill and Work Experience in the European Knowledge Economy.

Guile, David

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ERIC Number: EJ654990

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Publication Date: 2002

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Skill and Work Experience in the European Knowledge Economy.

Guile, David

Journal of Education and Work, v15 n3 p251-76 Sep 2002

Presents a typology distinguishing conceptions of generic skill as (1) the property of individuals versus relationship between individuals and work context and (2) skills used in routine versus novel situations. Asserts that work experiences that develop generic skills must be part of a curriculum that supports the practice of learning through work. (Contains 91 references.) (SK)

Descriptors: Employment Potential, Foreign Countries, Job Skills, Skill Development, Work Environment, Work Experience

Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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