Athusser (1970) Flashcards
What does he see eduction as?
An ideological state apparatus.
What sort of research does he use?
He take a theoretical approach to education. I.e his work is not based on research.
What does he argue?
He argues that the working class are controlled by the ruling class though 2 types of apparatus.
What is repressive state apparatus?
Physical control through institutions such as the justice system and the military.
What is ideological state apparatus?
Control over the way the working class think. These apparatus pass on dominant ideology (no physical force is used). This is done through institutions such as the family, religion and education. The ruling class pass on their ideas and beliefs.
What does he believe?
Education has replaced religion, as the most important I.S.A. Education only teaches basic skills.
What does I.S.A stand for?
Ideological state apparatus.
What does he say happens to the working class?
They are essentially forced to fail and end up taking up low status, low paid, alienating work roles.
What does he say happens to ruling class?
They ‘go to the top of the pile’ and go on to university where they are trained to fill their ruling class roles.
What he say about meritocracy?
It is a myth that has to be constantly reinforced so that inequalities are justified. This means that social class inequalities are reproduced.
