Marxist interactionist perspective on education

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transmission of ruling class ideology

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education serves to transmit the ideology of the ruling class, conditioning individuals to accept their position in society.

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reproduction of social inequality

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educational system reinforces and replicates existing social inequalities, preparing pupils for a life in the workforce reflecting their class origin.

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transmission of ruling class ideology

education serves to transmit the ideology of the ruling class, conditioning individuals to accept their position in society.

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reproduction of social inequality

educational system reinforces and replicates existing social inequalities, preparing pupils for a life in the workforce reflecting their class origin.

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hidden curriculum

unspoken norms, values, and beliefs transmitted through the routines, social interactions, and culture within the school. serves to reinforce social conformity and compliance to the capitalist system.

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labelling theory

labels assigned by teachers can influence a pupils self-concept and aspirations, potentially leading to a self-fulfilling prophecy.

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educational triage

schools sort pupils into ‘hopeless cases’, ‘those who will pass anyway’, and ‘those with potential to pass’, prioritising resources to the latter group.

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teacher expectations and pupil performance

teachers may develop expectations of pupils based on stereotypes, which can influence their interactions and assessments. ultimately affecting pupils performance and future opportunities.

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bridging the two perspectives

broader structure and function of education re shaped by capitalist needs, the experiences and outcomes within the system are heavily shaped by interpersonal interactions and labels.

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class-based labels and consequences

labels and expectations within the education system often reflect class-based assumptions, which can serve to perpetuate social inequalities.

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critique of meritocracy

education is not a neutral or meritocratic system but one that disadvantages certain groups and strengthens existing power structures.