In the previous chapter, one perspective on learning as becoming was presented as a phased transformation, whereby learners establish a sense of belonging to their workplace before immersion into occupational practices and eventual recognition as practitioners. In this chapter, the mechanisms of learning how to become are proposed and discussed. As prefaced in Chap. 1, the formalised school sector is now drawing on research from neuroscience and psychology to improve teaching and learning. However, there is still little work on better understanding how people learn how to undertake complex trade occupational tasks and roles. To begin, the chapter undertakes the evaluation and discussion on the ways for learning trade skills, knowledge and attributes. Of note is the complexity of attainment of trade skills and knowledge to be attained, allowing tradespeople to problem-solve, innovate and create. Also important are the dispositional traits contributing to aspects of ‘craftsmanship’, required to maintain high standards of trades work. © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd 2020.
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