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Building on the popular 1st edition, this book examines the sociology of education in Britain today. Informed by recent debates and research, it outlines new social policy and explains relevant theory. With updated chapters and contemporary examples, it is packed with skills-based activities to develop students' understanding of the topic.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Educational Policy and Systems
Changes in Curriculum and Assessment
Changes in Policy and Structure
Explaining Class Differences in Educational Achievement
Explaining Gender Differences in Educational Achievement
Explaining Ethnic Differences in Educational Achievement
Functionalist Explanations of the Role of Education and Training
Conflict and Postmodern Explanations of the Role of Education and Training
References
Index.
Educational Policy and Systems
Changes in Curriculum and Assessment
Changes in Policy and Structure
Explaining Class Differences in Educational Achievement
Explaining Gender Differences in Educational Achievement
Explaining Ethnic Differences in Educational Achievement
Functionalist Explanations of the Role of Education and Training
Conflict and Postmodern Explanations of the Role of Education and Training
References
Index.
Product details
Published | 16 Sep 2017 |
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Format | Ebook (PDF) |
Edition | 2nd |
Extent | 296 |
ISBN | 9781137106858 |
Imprint | Red Globe Press |
Illustrations | 2 bw illus |
Series | Skills-based Sociology |
Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |