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Bottom Set Citizen: Ability Grouping in Schools—Meritocracy's Undeserving.

  • Published In: Journal of Philosophy of Education, 2024, v. 58, n. 6. P. 1046 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Alderson, Priscilla 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Bottom Set Citizen: Ability Grouping in Schools—Meritocracy's Undeserving" by Paula Ambrossi critically compares the English school system with those in Chile, highlighting the impact of ability grouping on social inequalities. Ambrossi argues that ability grouping perpetuates neocolonial social, political, and ethnic inequalities, reinforcing lifelong disparities. The text emphasizes the negative effects of ability grouping on children's self-esteem, learning outcomes, and democratic values, advocating for mixed ability classes to promote social justice and equality in education. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of Philosophy of Education. 2024/12, Vol. 58, Issue 6, p1046
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0309-8249
  • DOI:10.1093/jopedu/qhae054
  • Accession Number:181970769
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