The spatial dimensions of Skills for Life workplace provision

Notes that, since the launch of the national Skills for Life strategy in 2001, the UK government has invested heavily in a drive to improve literacy, numeracy and [English for speakers of other languages] ESOL provision through a range of basic skills courses conducted within workplace premises. Assesses the effects on individuals and on organisations of engagement in workplace literacy, numeracy and ESOL programmes. Explores the significance of the spatial dimensions of workplace Skills for Life provision by assessing employee motivations for learning as well as related outcomes, and by analysing the associations that are attached to different learning environments by employees. Considers the extent to which work-based Skills for Life provision facilitates employees' learning outcomes and achievements, and enables them to use their newly acquired skills in other settings and life situations.

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Notes that, since the launch of the national Skills for Life strategy in 2001, the UK government has invested heavily in a drive to improve literacy, numeracy and [English for speakers of other languages] ESOL provision through a range of basic skills courses conducted within workplace premises. Assesses the effects on individuals and on organisations of engagement in workplace literacy, numeracy and ESOL programmes. Explores the significance of the spatial dimensions of workplace Skills for Life provision by assessing employee motivations for learning as well as related outcomes, and ...  [+] Show more