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Unit 1: Education In Sociology (30 marker) A* - Applying material from Item B and your knowledge, evaluate the view that marketisation policies have increased diversity and choice in the education system.
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30-Mark Essay
Item B Since the introduction of marketisation policies to
education, over 30 years ago, competition has grown between
increasingly diverse types of schools. New Right theorists argue
that every parent is free to choose the best school for their
child. They also claim that this efficiently drives up standards
and ensures that schools are responsive to the needs of
parents and pupils.
However, some sociologists argue that there are limits to these
choices. They also argue that marketisation policies may
reinforce existing inequalities in educational achievement.
Applying material from Item B and your knowledge, evaluate
the view that marketisation policies have increased diversity
and choice in the education system.
Marketisation was introduced in 1980s which became a trend
where schools were promoted to compete with each other and
act like private businesses by also giving choice to parents.
Since 2010 conservatives encourages marketisation even
further by creating free schools and academies. This is due to
the fact that schools need to attract more parents by
competing with each other. In this essay I will be analysing and
evaluating the different sociological views and perspectives
through establishing ‘for’ and ‘against’ the question provided
on how marketisation policies have increased diversity and
choice. Some of the key points I will mention are Parentocracy,
League Tables, Cultural Capital and many more.
‘New Right theorists argue that every parent is free to choose
the best school for their child.’ This is thanks to the admission
policy, open enrolment. This means that parents can apply for
their child to go to a school in any area and if the school is
under subscribed, then they must accept the child and follow
criteria. This further gives priority to those in LA care and those
who live in catchment area. While open enrolment offers
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