Marxist : Key Theorists Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
Louis Althusser
What are the key concepts?
A
- Ideological state apparatus
- institutions like media, education, and religion
- meritocracy
- necessary technical skills
- ruling class ideology
2
Q
Louis Althusser
What are the key criticisms?
A
- too influenced by external influences
- unclear about capitalism
- over structuralist
- idealist
3
Q
Bowles + Gintis
What are the key concepts?
A
- hidden curriculum
- inequality justification
- reproduction of an obedient workforce
4
Q
Bowles + Gintis
What are the key criticisms?
A
- meritocracy is a myth
- no equality of opportunity
- the world of work influences the orgaanisation of education
5
Q
Ivan Illich
What are the key concepts?
A
- schools are repressive
- school promotes conformity
- deschooling
- schooling is essential in producing hegemony
6
Q
Ivan Illich
What are the key criticisms?
A
- too simplistic
- practicality of deschooling
- inconsistency
- underestimation of education
