Working class subculture

Describe Sugarman view

Argue that middle and working class cultures contain different attitudes and orientations which affect class differences in education

What are the 4 factors of working class subculture

Fatalism, immediate gratification, present time orientation, Collectivism

Describe Fatalism

Involves an acceptance of the situation rather than the efforts to improve it

Describe Immediate Gratification

Emphasises the enjoyment of pleasures of the moment rather than the sacrifice for future reward

Describe Present time orientation

May reduce the motivation for academic achievement, whereas an emphasies on long term goals and future planning can encourage pupils t remain longer in full time education b providing a purpose for their stay

Describe Collectivism

Involves loyalty to the group rather than the emphasies on individual achievement which the school system depends