Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences
Author:   Gary Taylor (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) ,  Liam Mellor (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) ,  Richard McCarter (Sheffield Hallam University, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
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9781138804340


Pages:   200
Publication Date:   12 October 2015
Format:   Paperback
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Author:   Gary Taylor (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) ,  Liam Mellor (Sheffield Hallam University, UK) ,  Richard McCarter (Sheffield Hallam University, UK)
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Dimensions:   Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.00cm , Length: 23.40cm
Weight:   0.370kg
ISBN:  

9781138804340


ISBN 10:   1138804347
Pages:   200
Publication Date:   12 October 2015
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Tertiary & Higher Education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

1. Introduction Part I: Learning about Work: Theoretical frameworks 2. Identity, Socialisation and Emotional Labour 3. Alienation, Fulfilment and the Working Environment 4. Power, Control and Uncertainty at Work 5. Conflict, Resistance and Change Management 6. Social Capital, Community and Social Responsibility Part II: Learning through Work: Skills development 7. Experiential Learning, Reflection and Communities of Practice 8. Leadership, Teamwork and Communication 9. Problem Solving, Decision Making and Creativity 10. Skills, Internships and Employability 11. Conclusion

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Gary Taylor is principal lecturer in the Department of Psychology, Sociology and Politics at Sheffield Hallam University. He has written a number of books on social and political theory, social policy and on the media. Liam Mellor currently works at Certara, a private sector consultancy provider specialising in drug discovery and development software. He has degrees from both Sheffield Hallam University (Sociology) and Sheffield University (Political Communication) and has worked on a range of publications. Richard McCarter is senior lecturer in the Faculty of Development and Society at Sheffield Hallam University, teaching in The Department of Education and also the Department of Psychology, Sociology and Politics. His interest is technology enhanced learning and e-portfolios, but also has a background in educational television.

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