Description
Book SynopsisThis new book is a lively and highly accessible introduction to the sociology of education. Written in a clear and comprehensible way, it introduces students to the key theoretical perspectives and conceptual frameworks in the sociology of education, and provides a guide to contemporary issues and current debates.
Trade Review"This is an outstanding contribution to our understanding of education and sociology. It locates current debates in the sociology of education within a broader framework of classical social science. Anyone interested in the study of education should read this book."
Phil Brown, Economic and Social Research Council
"This book makes an important contribution to the existing literature. It brings together a number of theoretical perspectives with a coherence and comprehensiveness that is difficult to find. The author does a skillful job of synthesizing complex topics and diverse thought."
Vanessa Smith Morest, Columbia University
Table of ContentsIntroduction.
Chapter 1 Differentiation and Inequality.
Chapter 2 Education, Economy and Class.
Chapter 3 Education, State and Status.
Chapter 4 Positions, Strategies and Change.
Chapter 5 The Structure of Pedagogic Discourse.
Chapter 6 The Problems of Knowledge.
Conclusion.
References.
Index
