Class Differnces In Achievement - Internal Factors Flashcards
1
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What is labelling?
A
It’s when you attach a meaning or definition to someone
2
Q
What is the term ‘ideal pupil’ ?
A
The ideal pupil was seen as bright, ready to learn and from a middle class background
3
Q
What is the self-fulfilling prophecy?
A
It is a prediction that comes true simply by virtue of it having been made
4
Q
What is the first step of the self-fulfilling prophecy?
A
The teacher labels a pupil and makes a prediction about them
5
Q
What is the second step of the self -fulfilling prophecy?
A
The teacher treats the pupil accordingly, acting as if the prediction is already true
6
Q
What is the third step of the self-fulfilling prophecy?
A
The pupil internalises the teachers expectations which becomes parts their self-image.
