‘We can giggle about being thick together’: utilising the social dimensions of learning in the workplace

摘要: Whilst the economic agenda continues to dominate adult learning policy, evidence from national surveys indicates that vocational and other opportunities continue be unevenly distributed according social class. This article argues concept of capital can usefully employed increase participation for adults who do not normally engage in activities workplace. Drawing research with low-skilled workers Glasgow, Scotland, explores relationship between networks workplace learning. It contends normative nature operate inhibit where is integral norms group. suggests, however, could positively reinforce, rather than they easily capitalised upon organisations. Doing so requires trust at different levels also addresses how this built.