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This concise introduction to the sociology of education demonstrates that differences between and within schools, homes, and peer groups are related in systemic ways to differences in educational outcomes. Addressing both empirical data and important theoretical concepts, it explores the impact that equality and achievement can have on academic success. Extensive coverage of thought-provoking topics, such as school size, tracking, reform and restructuring, youth cultures, parental involvement,...
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This concise introduction to the sociology, of education demonstrates that differences between and within schools, homes, and peer groups are related in systemic ways to differences in educational outcomes. Addressing both empirical data and important theoretical concepts, it explores the impact that equality and achievement can have on academic success.
Equality and Achievement offers extensive coverage of thought-provoking topics—such as accountability and standards, school...
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Most people sense that our educational system is in trouble. The clients of our schools—parents and students alike—realize that something beyond the control of individuals is wrong. Those on the front lines must constantly confront the reality that schools appear ineffective, that little knowledge of subject matter is gained over the course of a year, and that even less is retained in...
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- PublisherPearson
- Publication date2003
- ISBN 10 0130481777
- ISBN 13 9780130481771
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Edition number2
- Number of pages336
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