30 marker plan (Cultural deprivation) Flashcards
What does cultural deprivation refer to?
Lacking or being deficient in attitudes, values, knowledge, linguistic ability, or lifestyles necessary for educational success.
Cultural deprivation is a significant concept in education that highlights how certain social and cultural factors can hinder academic achievement.
What are the three main factors contributing to cultural deprivation?
- Language
- Parental involvement
- Working class subcultures
These factors contribute to disparities in educational attainment between different social classes.
What did the Centre for Longitudinal Studies find regarding working class students?
They were 3 years behind their middle class peers upon starting school.
This gap highlights the impact of socioeconomic status on early educational outcomes.
According to JWB Douglas, what is a key factor in working class failure in school?
Lack of parental interest in education.
Douglas’ findings suggest that parental attitudes significantly influence children’s educational success.
How do middle class parents differ from working class parents in terms of educational support?
Middle class mothers are more likely to buy educational toys, books, and games for their children.
This early investment in education can lead to better outcomes for middle class children.
What gap was observed in the attainment of GCSEs between working class and middle class students in June 2022?
27% gap in passing maths and English GCSEs.
This statistic underscores the persistent inequalities in educational achievement based on socioeconomic status.
What do sociologists Blackstone and Mortimore argue about working class parental involvement?
They argue that working class parents are interested in education but struggle to attend events due to work commitments.
This perspective challenges the notion that working class parents do not care about their children’s education.
What did Basil Bernstein discover about speech codes in the 1970s?
Working class used a restricted speech code; middle class used an elaborated speech code.
The differences in speech codes can create barriers for working class students in educational settings.
What is the impact of the elaborated speech code in education?
It gives middle class students an advantage as it is used by teachers and in educational materials.
Working class students may feel excluded due to unfamiliarity with the language used in schools.
According to Troyna and Williams, what contributes to working class underachievement?
Teachers’ attitudes towards the language used by the working class.
Bias against working class speech can lead to negative labeling and overlooked potential.
What criticism is made about Bernstein’s study on speech codes?
It is considered outdated as it was conducted 51 years ago.
Critics argue that the educational landscape has changed significantly since Bernstein’s research.
What did Ray Rist find in his 1970s research on kindergarten classes?
Teachers used students’ backgrounds and appearance to divide classes into groups.
This practice illustrates how teacher perceptions can influence student experiences and outcomes in education.
What were the ‘Tigers’ in the educational context described?
Middle class students who were seated at the front of the class and given more challenging work
This categorization highlights the disparity in educational opportunities based on social class.
How were the ‘Cardinals and Clowns’ treated in the educational system?
Working class students seated at the back and given fewer opportunities
This treatment led to them being labeled as ‘lazy’ or ‘stupid’ by teachers.
What effect did labeling have on working class students?
It resulted in underachievement in the education system
Labels can create a self-fulfilling prophecy in educational settings.
What is the argument regarding teachers’ responsibilities in today’s society?
Teachers have a professional duty to treat all students fairly
Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action.
What is the conclusion regarding working class underachievement?
Members of the working class underachieve due to cultural deprivation of attitudes to learning
This cultural deprivation affects their success in education and later life.
According to Barry Sugarman, what is a characteristic of the working class?
They seek immediate gratification
This leads them to prioritize immediate enjoyment over academic responsibilities.
What do middle class individuals seek according to Sugarman?
Deferred gratification
They prioritize long-term rewards over immediate pleasures.
What are the key differences in values between working class and middle class students?
Different goals, beliefs, attitudes, and values
These differences contribute to the educational struggles of working class children.
