EN TI-57-03-500-EN-C 04 05 16 Work process knowledge provides a framework for understanding t he compl ex k nowl edge r equir ed by empl oyees i n moder n or gani sati ons. Thi s k nowl edge i s necessary because of t he introduction of more flexible ways of working and learning including new technology. The concept of work process knowl edge enabl es us to resolve cont r ad i c t i ons be t ween t heo r y and p r ac t i ce and i ndeed contradictions within work itself. It also provi des a framework for forging partnershi ps between education and training institutions concerned with formal learning and enterprises focusing on work- based learning This book brings us up to date with current debates about work process knowledge, through presenting the research findings of experts from nine European countries in the fields of learning theory, knowl edge devel opment and educati on and training. Ways of teaching and learning theoretical knowledge that can have a greater i mpact on pr of essi onal pr acti ce ar e exami ned i n t hi s boo k . The book is of interest to researchers, university lecturers, teachers and trainers, curri culum designers, students and poli cy makers and managers who wish to understand the nature of l earning in modern enterprises. Martin Fischer, Nicholas Boreham, Barry Nyhan (editors) 3033 EN Europe 123, GR-570 01 Thessaloniki (Pylea) Postal address: PO Box 22427, GR-551 02 Thessaloniki Tel. (30) 23 10 49 01 11, Fax (30) 23 10 49 00 20 E-mail: info@cedefop.eu.int Homepage: www.cedefop.eu.int Interactive website: www.trainingvillage.gr European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training Price (excluding VAT) in Luxembourg: EUR 25 Cede f op European pe rspe c t ives on l ea rni ng a t wor k Eu rop ea n p e rsp e c t iv e s on l ea r n i ng a t wor k Th e a c qu i s i t i on o f wor k proc e ss knowl e dge 9 789289 602730 ISBN 92-896-0273-2 Europea n pe rspe c t iv e s on l ea rn i ng a t wor k The a cqui si t i on of wor k proc e ss knowl e dge