Education in America: Volume 3

(Part of the Sociology in the Twenty-First Century Series)

by Kimberly A. Goyette

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Education in America provides an essential, comprehensive introduction to education in the U.S., from its origins to its contemporary manifestations. Focusing on social inequality, Kimberly A. Goyette calls into question Horace Mann's famous proclamation that education is the "great equalizer" and examines how education stratifies students based on socioeconomic background, race, and gender. She identifies the 'hidden curriculum' beneath equations...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0520285115

ISBN13:9780520285118

Release Date:May 2017

Publisher:University of California Press

Length:302 Pages

Weight:0.80 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

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Education Education & Reference Social Science Social Sciences

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