Ethnicity and Inequality in Education: AQA A-Level Sociology

Fatalism

Belief that outcomes are determined by external factors.

Cultural Deprivation

Lack of skills hindering academic achievement.

Matrifocal Families

Families centered around a mother as the head.

Ethnocentric Curriculum

Education system favoring majority ethnic perspectives.

Victim Blaming

Attributing failure to individual shortcomings, not systemic issues.

Black Underachievement

Lower academic performance among Black students.

Role Models

Influential figures providing guidance and inspiration.

Peer Pressure

Influence from peers to conform to group behavior.

Street Culture

Alternative lifestyle offering status outside traditional norms.

Gang Culture

Subculture providing identity and belonging through delinquency.

Hidden Costs of Education

Unseen expenses impacting access to educational resources.

Self-Esteem

Confidence in one's own worth or abilities.

Meritocratic Culture

Belief that success is based on individual merit.

Lone Parent Families

Households led by a single parent.

Financial Struggles

Economic difficulties affecting family stability and resources.

Disciplinarian Role

Authority figure enforcing rules and standards.

Cultural Differences

Variations in cultural practices affecting educational outcomes.

Positive Representations

Inclusion of diverse cultures in educational content.

Symbolic Annihilation

Omission of minority cultures from mainstream narratives.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to think logically and solve problems.

Black History in Curriculum

Limited representation of Black historical contributions.

Tough Love Parenting

Firm yet caring approach to child-rearing.

Vicious Cycle of Deprivation

Continuous cycle of poverty and educational failure.