Summary

Principles of good practice in the workplace

	Participation of all interest groups: Workplace education serves members of interest groups only if the groups all take part in developing it.
	Equality of opportunity: We strive to eliminate systemic barriers to full participation in workplace development.
	Respect for all: We value and encourage the opinions, experience, and contributions of everyone in the workplace.
	Employee orientation: The needs and goals of employees form the basis for workplace curriculum.
	Integration of activities: Successful curriculum combines basic skills and specific knowledge.
	Nourishment of a learning culture: We all teach and learn from each other as we continually plan for and adapt to change in the workplace.
	Engagement of educators in the workplace culture: The effective workplace educator is attentive, inventive, and flexible.

Principles of adult education

	Learning is self-directed: Adults want to be in charge of their own lives.
	Content and method are suited to adult learners: Materials and techniques are relevant to people's lives at work and home.
	Curriculum is an ongoing process: Learning leads to more learning.
	Reflection and critical thinking are key: Adult learners need tools to help them deal with the issues in their lives and communities.

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