Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-1-2001

Abstract

This applied research project focused on workforce development in a small manufacturing organization. Specifically, this study offers a CEO perspective regarding the work environment or setting in contributing to worker attitudes toward acquiring skills and knowledge, commitment to the organization, and performance of hard-to-pace workers. The conceptual framework that underpins this inquiry draws on the concept of communities of practice as development by Etienne Wenger and the theory of situated learning by Jean Lave as applied to learning and communication in the workplace. The study offers insight into limitations on workforce development and the role of the relationships and race in the work setting.

Keywords

occupational training -- United States

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Department/Center

Design & Innovation

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