material deprivation

Question 1

what did BARRY SUGARMAN argue

Answer 1

that wc culture tends to favor immediate gratification rather than working toward long-term rewards , lead to lower educational attainment

Question 2

how can OVERCROWDING affect achievement

Answer 2

-lack of space for children to study and do homework
-cause disturbances that make it difficult for children to concentrate and get adequate rest

Question 3

how do POOR LIVING CONDITIONS affect achievement

Answer 3

damp , cold and poor maintained housing = health problems eg respiratory issues = increased absenteeism from school
- hinders Childs ability to keep up with their studies

Question 4

how does STABILITY and MOBILITY affect achievement

Answer 4

frequent moves due to unstable housing can disrupt a child’s education
- changing schools often = gaps in learning and difficulty in forming stable relashionships with peers and teachers

Question 5

how does ECONOMIC STRAIN affect achievement

Answer 5

limit their ability to provide educational resources eg books , computers and private tutoring
- lack of resources = disadvantage compared to their peers

Question 6

how does NEIGHBOURHOOD affect achievement

Answer 6

area with high crime rates and fewer educational facilities = environment not conductive for learning

Question 7

external factors affecting achievement

Answer 7

• parental influence
• family economic status
• health and nutrition
• housing conditions
• neighbourhood environment
• access to extracurriculars
  -social networks and peer influence

Question 8

health and nutrition

Answer 8

good physical and mental health crucial for learning , poor health (from inadequate nutrition , chronic illness or mental health issues) lead to increased absenteeism and lower academic performance

Question 9

6%

Answer 9

6% students attend private school

Question 10

what are disadvantaged students

Answer 10

• qualify for free school meals
• looked after children
• children who’s parents are in the armed forces

Question 11

smith and noble

Answer 11

lists the ‘barriers to learning’ that result from low income

• less likely to have access to a computer with internet , desk , books , well heated home
• socially disadvantaged students are concentrated in a limited number of unpopular schools ( less funding = less resources)
• older w/c students are more likely to work part time to support their education or care for younger siblings , affects their attendance

Question 12

Wagfodel and Washbrook

Answer 12

children from lower income families more likely to live in a crowded or damp accommodation , more likely to have a dark, unclean and unsafe room

Question 13

Howards

Answer 13

people from poorer households have a lower intake of vitamins + minerals
( poor health = tiredness at school = lower attendance)

Question 14

general criticism

Answer 14

• material deprivation theorists ignore importance of culture
• ignored impact of internal factors
• doesn’t gov assist poeple from material deprivation?

Question 15

PIERRE BORDEAU

Answer 15

material and cultural deprivation interlinked

Question 16

cultural capital

Answer 16

This includes knowledge, skills, and education that a person acquires over time, often through socialization

Question 17

objectified cultural capital

Answer 17

This refers to physical objects that are owned, such as books, instruments, or works of art, which can be used to gain social advantage

Question 18

Gilbert + Merca

Answer 18

a strong correlation between social class & achievement in all ethnic groups
(in all ethnic groups mc did better than wc)

Question 19

Platt

Answer 19

the highest hourly rates of pay for male full-time employees were for Chinese , then Indian and White ethnic groups

Question 20

Smith and Noble (class , external)

Answer 20

schools may be free , but supplementary costs can be considerable eg being unable to afford school uniforms

Question 21

smith and noble

Answer 21

• wc less likely to have access to a computer w internet , desk , books and well heated home
• socially disadvantaged students are concentrated in a limited num pf unpopular schools
• older wc students more likely to work part time to support their studies or care for younger siblings (affects attendance)

Question 22

What is material deprivation?

Answer 22

Material deprivation refers to the lack of basic necessities and resources, such as food, clothing, and housing.

Question 23

True or False: Material deprivation only affects individuals and not entire communities.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

Fill in the blank: Material deprivation can lead to _____ outcomes in education.

Answer 24

negative

Question 25

What are some common indicators of material deprivation?

Answer 25

Indicators include poverty, unemployment, inadequate housing, and lack of access to healthcare.

Question 26

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a consequence of material deprivation? A) Poor health B) High academic achievement C) Increased crime rates

Answer 26

B) High academic achievement

Question 27

What role does social class play in material deprivation?

Answer 27

Social class significantly influences access to resources, with lower classes more likely to experience material deprivation.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: The cycle of _____ refers to how material deprivation can perpetuate poverty across generations.

Answer 28

poverty

Question 29

Multiple Choice: Which demographic is most likely to experience material deprivation? A) Middle-aged professionals B) Elderly citizens C) Single-parent families

Answer 29

C) Single-parent families

Question 30

What is the relationship between material deprivation and educational attainment?

Answer 30

Material deprivation negatively impacts educational attainment, often leading to lower academic performance.

Question 31

Material deprivation can lead to increased _____ in communities.

Answer 31

crime rates

Question 32

What is one policy solution to address material deprivation?

Answer 32

Implementing welfare programs and social safety nets.

Question 33

What is relative deprivation?

Answer 33

Relative deprivation refers to the perception of being worse off compared to others in society.

Question 34

What is the role of education in addressing material deprivation?

Answer 34

Education can empower individuals and provide skills necessary to improve their economic situation.

Question 35

Working-class households are likely to be:

Answer 35

●More crowded
● Colder due to poorer insulation and less
money for heating
● Less settled - More likely to be rented

Question 36

The education policy institute stated it would take ___ years to close the gap
between rich and poor students based on the current rate of progress

Answer 36

500 yrs

Question 37

The amount of students in poverty is ___

Answer 37

rising

Question 38

material deprivation

Answer 38

refers to a lack of resources and a lack of ability to
purchase goods and services, compared with other members of society

Question 39

EVALUATION

Answer 39

While governments and schools will try hard to ensure that those without
material means are not disadvantaged, they cannot prevent those with
material means from purchasing an advantage. E.g. pupils attending fee-
paying schools, those who pay for private tuition or are able to buy extra
resources.