Mrs Turner - Education

Question 1

Parentocracy Myth:
• Parents encouraged to view themselves as education _______________.
• Good parenting linked to school choice responsibilities.
• Parental choice patterns reveal __________ _______ _____________.
• Contributes to the reproduction of __________ _______ ______________ in education.

Answer 1

• consumers
• social class differences
• social class inequalities

Question 2

Class Disparities in School Choice:
• Middle-class families prioritize _________ _____________
• Working-class families focus on _____________ and social ties.
• Marketization doesn’t provide equal freedom of _______ for all parents.
• Covert selection in high-performing schools reinforces ______________.

Answer 2

• school performance.
• proximity
• choice
• inequalities

Question 3

Impact of Government Policies:
• 2010-2015 coalition government’s academies favor more advantaged schools.
• New-style academies worsen existing inequalities in education.

Question 4

Middle-Class Advantage:
• Affluent parents utilise parental choice and open enrollment more ______________.
• Higher ________, education, and social capital contribute to their advantage.
• Middle-class parents navigate the system, understand league tables, and assess Ofsted reports better.

Answer 4

• effectively
• income

Question 5

System Knowledge Disparity:
Middle-class parents can:
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• Assess ______ school inspection reports effectively.
• Afford to _____ into catchment areas of high-performing schools.

Answer 5

• Shop around for the best schools.
• Understand and compare schools in league tables.
- Ofsted
- move

Question 6

These statements provide contrasting perspectives on the role of social class in education:

• For (Acknowledging the impact of social class): This supports recognizing and addressing the influence of social class in education, drawing attention to the insights discussed by Ball et al. It emphasizes the importance of promoting equity in education by understanding and mitigating the impact of social class on educational outcomes.
  ( pupil premium)
• Against (Some argue against relying solely on parental involvement): This counters the idea that parental involvement alone is sufficient. It brings attention to the viewpoint expressed by Tough and Brooks, suggesting that addressing social class disparities in education should not be solely dependent on parental involvement. This could imply a need for broader systemic changes or additional factors to achieve educational equity.