Sociology 2239 Chapter Notes -Allbusiness.Com, Afrocentrism, Quartile
25 Jun 2012
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Intro the educational quality and accountability office (eqao)- began mandatory testing of students in grade 3, 6, and 9 to evaluate student"s ability in reading, writing, and mathematics the c. d. Howe institute argues that 40% of the variation in school test scores is related to socio-economic factors, and accounts for this in its calculations. Canadians don"t like to acknowledge that the education system a place where societal inequalities are reproduced and where privileged groups solidify and maintain their advantages. Chances of obtaining a lucrative degree that will result in substantial labour- market returns are significantly affected by one"s class, race or ethnicity, and age. Historical period in which we live also significantly shapes our chances for a higher education. Societal demands for an educated workforce have made a high school education almost a compulsory requirement for sustained labour-force participation location matters for education attainment and opportunities- newfoundland and.
