About the book
Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences provides a clear and accessible introduction to the theory and practice of work. Written in a student friendly style, it makes use of the following:
Theoretical Perspectives: The theoretical foundations of identity, power, community, citizenship, experiential learning and a range of employability skills provide frameworks for the chapters.
Key issues: The book addresses such issues as: How are people socialised at work? Why does conflict occur at work? What types of control are exerted at work? What can we learn about our communities from the work we do? How can we develop our employability skills?
Sector examples: Extensive use is made of examples of the working practices of teachers, social workers, police officers, civil servants, third sector workers as well as from people engaged in low skilled work.
The student voice: The student voice draws upon the relationship between their own experiences of work and the key issues covered in the book.
Written as an introductory text for students studying the social sciences, it deals with the ways in which students can appreciate the sociology and politics of work and develop an understanding of their own skills and employability. This book is particularly relevant to students studying work-related learning as part of their social science degrees and to those who wish to enhance their employability and prospects in graduate level employment.
Editions of Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences
- EBook
- ISBN 9781317619956
- PDF
- ISBN 9781317619963
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Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences provides a clear and accessible introduction to the theory and practice of work. Written in a student friendly style, it makes use of the following:
Theoretical Perspectives: The theoretical foundations of identity, power, community, citizenship, experiential learning and a range of employability skills provide frameworks for the chapters.
Key issues: The book addresses such issues as: How are people socialised at work? Why does conflict occur at work? What types of control are exerted at work? What can we learn about our communities from the work we do? How can we develop our employability skills?
Sector examples: Extensive use is made of examples of the working practices of teachers, social workers, police officers, civil servants, third sector workers as well as from people engaged in low skilled work.
The student voice: The student voice draws upon the relationship between their own experiences of work and the key issues covered in the book.
Written as an introductory text for students studying the social sciences, it deals with the ways in which students can appreciate the sociology and politics of work and develop an understanding of their own skills and employability. This book is particularly relevant to students studying work-related learning as part of their social science degrees and to those who wish to enhance their employability and prospects in graduate level employment.
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What is Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences about?
Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences provides a clear and accessible introduction to the theory and practice of work. Written in a student friendly style, it makes use of the following:
Theoretical Perspectives: The theoretical foundations of identity, power, community, citizenship, experiential learning and a range of employability skills provide frameworks for the chapters.
Key issues: The book addresses such issues as: How are people socialised at work? Why does conflict occur at work? What types of control are exerted at work? What can we learn about our communities from the work we do? How can we develop our employability skills?
Sector examples: Extensive use is made of examples of the working practices of teachers, social workers, police officers, civil servants, third sector workers as well as from people engaged in low skilled work.
The student voice: The student voice draws upon the relationship between their own experiences of work and the key issues covered in the book.
Written as an introductory text for students studying the social sciences, it deals with the ways in which students can appreciate the sociology and politics of work and develop an understanding of their own skills and employability. This book is particularly relevant to students studying work-related learning as part of their social science degrees and to those who wish to enhance their employability and prospects in graduate level employment.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences?
Society and Social Sciences > Sociology and anthropology > Sociology
Where can I read a sample of Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781317619956
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences?
Gary Taylor, Liam Mellor, Richard McCarter
Who is the Publisher of the book Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences?
Taylor and Francis
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Work-Related Learning and the Social Sciences is available as ebook(ISBN 9781317619956) and pdf(ISBN 9781317619963)