Understanding the Primary School A Sociological Analysis
Understanding the Primary School: A Sociological Analysis by David Hartley, published by Taylor & Francis Group on April 28, 2017, offers an in-depth examination of educational ideologies and their practical implementation in primary schools. This edition, comprising 286 pages, delves into the dynamics of educational politics, focusing on the role of head teachers and the professional autonomy of teachers. The book provides a critical analysis of how various factors, including social class, ethnicity, and gender, influence educational experiences and outcomes.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of the complexities surrounding education, particularly in relation to the aims and objectives of schools. Hartley investigates the interplay between authority and autonomy within the educational system, shedding light on the implications of status differentiation among students. This sociological perspective on elementary education is relevant for those interested in the philosophy and social aspects of education, making it a significant contribution to the fields of sociology and education.
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In this study, first published in 1985, the author explores the construction of educational ideologies and assesses to what extent they are put into practice by the teachers. He examines the ‘politics’ of education within the school; the extent to which the head teacher, as the bureaucratic authority in the school, seeks to impose his or her own views and the degree to which teachers see themselves as possessing professional autonomy. The study also pays attention to status differentiation within the education of the working class and explores the educational consequences of ethnic and gender status group membership. This title will be of interest to sociology and education.
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