The Role and Transformation Mechanism of Cultural Capital in Social Development

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10.2991/978-2-38476-384-9_64How to use a DOI?

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Cultural Capital; Social Development; Economic Growth; Conversion Mechanisms

Abstract

This paper delves into the multifaceted concept of cultural capital and its dynamic role in social development and change, and explores the three primary forms of cultural capital—embodied, objectified, and institutionally recognized—highlighting their distinct characteristics and societal implications. The paper examines the mechanisms of conversion, where cultural capital is transformed into social and economic capital, and the investment in cultural capital as a means of enhancing social mobility and economic prosperity. Furthermore, it addresses cultural innovation as a driver of social change, propelled by technological advances, cross-cultural exchanges, and resistance movements. The impact of globalization on cultural capital is also scrutinized, considering both the homogenizing effects and the potential for cultural enrichment through hybridization. The paper underscores the significance of cultural capital in fostering innovation, shaping workforce skills, and influencing economic growth, while also acknowledging the challenges posed by social inequality and the need for supportive policies.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Yingjie Wu
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/04/03
TI  - The Role and Transformation Mechanism of Cultural Capital in Social Development
BT  - Proceedings of the 2024 3rd International Conference on Educational Science and Social Culture (ESSC 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 560
EP  - 568
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-384-9_64
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-384-9_64
ID  - Wu2025
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