The Role of Human Capital in the Generation of Social Capital and Its Educational Implications
Exploring the role of human capital in the generation of social capital can uncover new func-tions 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 analy-zes 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 promo-ting 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 emo-tions of both parties and establishing or strengthening good interpersonal relationships.The educational implications lie in emphasizing human capital investment,including educational investment,to gener-ate and accumulate social capital.Furthermore,educational objectives should not only focus on knowl-edge accumulation and skill development but also on shaping good moral character and personality traits.
human capitalsocial capitalsocial interactionbenefit exchangeinstrumental effectexpressive effect
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