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Comparative Sociology . 2014, Vol. 13 Issue 1, p12-29. 18p. - Publication Year :
- 2014
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Abstract
- In different schooling systems throughout the world children of socially advantaged groups experience a higher degree of academic success than children of minority or underprivileged groups. However, there is evidence that academic success comes at a cost. In this paper, based on the findings of an ethnographic research at a Spanish middle-upper class high school, it is argued that secondary school socialization has a strong focus on the future, and it fosters feelings of anxiety in the children of elites. Students believe that a good academic trajectory is the cornerstone to a successful career and they try to take individual control of their future lives without learning how to influence their competitive social context. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 15691322
- Volume :
- 13
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Comparative Sociology
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 95089824
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1163/15691330-12341293