Neoliberalism And New Right Flashcards
1
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Neoliberalism believe
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State too powerful, inefficient and oppressive
Government should leave education to free market
Competition and parent power drive up standards
Schools should run on business lines
2
Q
New right believe
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Similar to functionalism as favours meritocracy
Thinks state allow poor performing schools to continue
State has 2 roles: ensuring shared values submitted and framework to monitor actions
3
Q
Criticisms of neoliberalism and new right
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M\C parents have extra resources to gain advantage
Markets create inequality
Not proven lack of comp lowers standard
