Sociology of Education: A Systematic Analysis

The ninth edition of The Sociology of Education provides a comprehensive overview of the field, incorporating a diverse range of theoretical approaches and a sociological lens. It offers a unifying framework to illustrate how issues and structures in education are interconnected, and explores how schools shape access to educational opportunities, race, class, and gender, as well as the organization of schools and the roles within educational settings. The book is a critical point of reference for students interested in exploring the social context of education and its role in shaping society, and is suitable for sociology of education and social foundations of education courses at the undergraduate or early graduate level.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 538 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The ninth edition of The Sociology of Education delves into the field with remarkable breadth, incorporating a diverse array of theoretical approaches and a sociological lens to provide a comprehensive overview of education and schooling. In this rapidly evolving landscape, where both education and the social forces outside of schools are undergoing significant transformations, the authors of this book have crafted a unifying framework—an open systems approach—to illustrate the interconnectedness of the issues and structures within the educational system. Separate chapters are dedicated to exploring how schools shape access to educational opportunities, addressing issues of race, class, and gender, examining the organization of schools and the roles that constitute educational settings, and much more. Throughout the book, readers are invited to engage with the theories and issues discussed, applying their newfound understanding to address emerging and persistent problems within the educational system.

This new edition remains a vital resource for students interested in examining the social context of education and the profound impact it has on shaping our society. It is particularly well-suited for courses in sociology of education and social foundations of education at the undergraduate or early graduate level. By integrating a wide range of theoretical perspectives and a sociological lens, The Sociology of Education offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the complex dynamics and processes that shape education and its impact on individuals and society as a whole.

Weight: 1002g
Dimension: 175 x 245 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367903145
Edition number: 9 New edition