Postponing immediate rewards or pleasures, generally with the aim of producing a greater reward at a later date
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Explain what is meant by 'universalistic norms'
A standard that everyone is judged by
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Explain what is meant by 'cultural capital'
the social assets of a person (education, intellect, style of speech and dress, etc.) that promote social mobility in a stratified society.
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Explain what is meant by "streaming"
Students are divided into groups of similar ability in which they stay for ALL subjects
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Explain what is meant by "self-fulfilling prophecy"
Self-fulfilling prophecy is when people act in response to predictions that are made, thereby making the prediction come true
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Explain what is meant by "reproduction of class inequality"
the process whereby middle class children succeed in education and go on to get well-paid middle class jobs, and vice versa for working class children
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Explain what is meant by "hidden curriculum"
the transmission of norms, values, and beliefs conveyed in the classroom and the social environment. Any learning experience that may teach unintended lessons.
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Explain what is meant by "meritocracy"
The idea that everyone has an equal chance of success and succeed as a result of their effort/merit
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Explain what is meant by a "pro-school subculture"
A group organised around a set of values which conform to the academic aims and rules of a school
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Explain what is meant by a "Subculture of resistance"
Not only has differences from the dominant culture but also in active opposition to it
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Explain what is meant by "Social Solidarity"
People feel connected through similar work, educational and religious training, and lifestyle, which is often based on the kinship ties of familial networks.
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Identify 2 criticisms of the Marxist perspective on Education
1. Too Deterministic as WC pupils aren't entirely moulded by Capitalist System 2.Creative Industry is becoming more popular
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Identify 2 criticisms of the Marxist perspective on Education
1. School passes on Patriarchal values 2. School works better for some ethnicities than others.
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Explain what is meant by "Neo liberalism"
A Pro-capitalist theory which believes the "free market" is the best basis for organizing society
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Explain what is meant by "Role Allocation"
Our future jobs rely on our qualifications and effort throughout our school life. Best Qualifications means you get the best jobs.
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Explain what is meant by "Correspondence Principle"
The idea that schools are structured to mirror the workplace to prepare students for exploitation. EG. Power is concentrated about the student in a heirachy
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Other cards in this set
Card 2
Front
Explain what is meant by 'universalistic norms'
Back
A standard that everyone is judged by
Card 3
Front
Explain what is meant by 'cultural capital'
Back
Card 4
Front
Explain what is meant by "streaming"
Back
Card 5
Front
Explain what is meant by "self-fulfilling prophecy"
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