What did Douglas find about parents attitudes towards education?
He found that working-class parents place less value on education. As a result, they gave them less encouragement and took less interest in their education.
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What is the outcome to a lack of interest by parents towards their childrens education?
The child will likely become demotivared and have lower levels of achievement as a result.
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What is the parenting style of educated parents?
Educated parenting styles emphasises constant discipline and high expectations of their children; supports achievement by encouraging active learning
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What is the parenting style of less educated parents?
Focuses on harsh or inconsistant discipline that emphasises 'doing as you're told'. This prevents the child from learning independence and self-control. This leads to poorer motivation and problems interacting with teachers.
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How do educated parents use their income?
Ways that promote their childrens educational success. Bernstein found that middle-class mothers are more likely to buy educational toys and books that encourage reasoning skills and stimulate intellectual development.
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What is a sub-culture?
A group whose attitudes and values differ from those of the mainstream culture.
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What features did Barry Sugarman present that act as a barrier to the educational achievement of working-class children?
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