Concepedia

Concept

human capital education

Variants

Human Capital Development, Human Capital

Parents

Children

9.5K

Publications

739.3K

Citations

16.8K

Authors

4K

Institutions

About

Human capital education is an academic concept and research field that investigates the role of education and learning processes as investments in human capital. It examines how the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and abilities through formal and informal learning enhances individual productivity and contributes to economic and social development. This field analyzes the mechanisms and returns associated with educational investments, often applying interdisciplinary perspectives from economics, sociology, and educational sciences. Its significance lies in informing strategies to develop human capabilities for individual well-being, economic growth, and societal progress.

Top Authors

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NB

McMaster University

EA

Hoover Institution

SA

African Governance and Development Institute

GS

University of Chicago

JJ

University of Chicago

Top Institutions

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National Bureau of Economic Research

Cambridge, United States

University of Chicago

Chicago, United States

World Bank

Washington, United States

Cornell University

Ithaca, United States

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