Knowledge, Technology and the Professional Learning of Localisers

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  • Irene Malcolm Heriot-Watt University
  • Lydia Plowman University of Edinburgh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7577/pp.617

Abstract

A study of the software localisation industry examines learning in digital society by describing localisers’ knowledge practices. The shortcomings of stand- ard models of professional learning that assume shared goals, codified knowledge and workers’ co-location are considered, along with the problem of learning in distributed and technologically mediated work contexts. The paper uses Knorr Cetina’s concept of macro-epistemics to highlight the need for theoretical develop- ment in relation to two questions: i) How do ways of organising localisers' work constitute opportunities and constraints for shared knowledge practices? ii) How does technology disrupt macro-epistemic potential and personal learning trajectories?

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Published

2014-03-17

How to Cite

Malcolm, I., & Plowman, L. (2014). Knowledge, Technology and the Professional Learning of Localisers. Professions and Professionalism, 4(1). https://doi.org/10.7577/pp.617

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