1.1 External explanations Flashcards
What do sociologists who focus on external factors do?
They emphasise the influence of home, culture & wider society. They develop a macro-level of analysis & s structural explanation of the social class gap in educational achievement.
What are theories of material deprivation?
They’re linked to economic poverty. The view is that as a result of a lack of finance in WC homes, children are deprived of material resources that would encourage educational progress therefore disadvantaging WC children.
What are some examples of material deprivation?
- No/little access to technology.
- No access to textbooks.
- No access to revision resources.
- Not being able to afford uniform, shoes, bags, tutors & stationary.
How is poverty closely linked to educational underachievement?
40% of failing schools are in the poorest, most deprived areas. Children from WC backgrounds are more likely to be excluded from school & lower ambition is correlated with poverty..
