Capitals of Social Class
What are the four Capitals?
Economic, Social, Cultural & Symbolic.
What is Social Class?
Divisions in society based on economic and social status.
State some differences for uniform types of public and private schools.
Private: Long skirts for girls, blazers, no jewellery.
Public: Light rules on uniform, mufti tends to be worn.
What social classes are Jonah and Ja'mie from?
Jonah is from a lower social class, where as Ja'mie is from a higher social class.
"Knowledge, how we talk, gestures and values" are from which capital?
Cultural
What is Middle Class?
Must obey the ruling class but use their cultural capital/education to some advantage.
Outline differences of expectations for public and private schools.
Public = A lot of people dropped out etc.
Private = Encouraged to stay until year 12, perform to a higher level etc.
What kind of act was Ja'mie demonstrating when changing her uniform?
Rebellion
Who talks about the four Capitals of Social Class?
Bourdieu
What is Ruling Class?
Own the means of production (land, factories, technology, knowledge) and can compel others to obey.
What % of those from a lower income are at state schools?
40%
What discourse are you more likely to see at a private school, and why?
Conservative/Liberal.
What does symbolic capital consist of?
Status, prestige, reputation, qualifications and honour.
What is Working Class?
Must obey the ruling class to survive (gain food, clothing, shelter).
List some examples of behaviours that might occur at disadvantages schools.
Bullying, lack of respect, skipping class, use of drugs etc.
What % of high income students attended Independent schools?
53%