The Role of Human Capital in the Generation of Social Capital and Its Educational Implications(PDF)
《南京师大学报》（社会科学版）[ISSN:1006-6977/CN:61-1281/TN]
- Issue:
- 2024年02期
- Page:
- 65-75
- Research Field:
- 教育学研究
- Publishing date:
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- Title:
- The Role of Human Capital in the Generation of Social Capital and Its Educational Implications
- Author(s):
- WU Keming; SUN Baicai
- Keywords:
- human capital; social capital; social interaction; benefit exchange; instrumental effect; expressive effect
- PACS:
- -
- DOI:
- -
- Abstract:
- Exploring the role of human capital in the generation of social capital can uncover new functions of human capital, enriching theories of human capital and social capital, and holding significant implications for the development of educational economics and educational sociology. This paper analyzes the connotation and measurement dimensions of social capital, proposes the mechanism of social capital generation based on rational choice theory, and then focuses on demonstrating the mechanism by which human capital influences social capital. From the perspective of instrumental effects, human capital not only facilitates individuals in helping each other gain benefits but also enables individuals to acquire more resources and enhance their social status, thereby increasing exchange value and promoting social interaction. From the perspective of expressive effects, human capital not only encompasses knowledge and skills for social interaction but also includes good moral character and personality traits, which contribute to the psychological benefits of the interacting parties, thereby enhancing the emotions of both parties and establishing or strengthening good interpersonal relationships. The educational implications lie in emphasizing human capital investment, including educational investment, to generate and accumulate social capital. Furthermore, educational objectives should not only focus on knowledge accumulation and skill development but also on shaping good moral character and personality traits.
Last Update: 2024-04-25