Social Class & Parental Attitudes

• What do sociologists mean by parental attitudes?

  They are cultural explanations for achievement differences
• How do parental attitudes influence children's education?

  They shape children's attitudes towards education
• What is suggested about the support parents provide in education?

  Support varies by social class
• How does a parent's educational background affect their child?

  It influences the child's educational success
• Who suggested that working-class parents have subcultural attitudes affecting education?

  Hyman and Sugarman
• What attitude do middle-class parents have towards education?

  They are more optimistic and future-oriented
• What is a characteristic of working-class subcultural values?

  They tend to be more fatalistic
• What does immediate gratification mean in the context of education?

  Choosing work over further study
• What is a consequence of working-class values on education?

  Lack of future planning
• How do middle-class values contribute to educational success?

  They promote individualism and long-term planning
• What did Douglas suggest about parental interest in education?

  Lower-class parents show less interest
• Why might working-class parents feel alienated from the education system?

  Due to bad experiences and feeling judged
• What role does early socialization play in educational achievement?

  It is key for children's success
• How do middle-class parents support their children's education?

  They push for higher aspirations and grades
• What is a common behavior of middle-class parents regarding school involvement?

  They attend parents' evenings regularly
• How does parental knowledge of education affect children's success?

  It helps children get ahead in education
• What did Julian Evans find about middle-class mothers?

  They have skills to give children a head start
• What is a limitation of working-class parenting styles?

  They may lack expertise in education
• What is a criticism of generalizations about working-class parenting?

  They may not reflect individual circumstances
• What barriers do working-class parents face in supporting education?

  Economic challenges limit their involvement
• How does financial stability affect educational aspirations?

  It allows for deferred gratification
• What are the key differences in parental attitudes between social classes?

  • Middle-class parents are more optimistic.
  • Working-class parents may feel fatalistic.
  • Middle-class parents have higher aspirations.
  • Working-class parents may lack educational knowledge.
• What are the implications of social class on educational achievement?

  • Differences in parental support and involvement.
  • Varying levels of aspirations and expectations.
  • Impact of economic stability on educational focus.
  • Influence of cultural values on children's attitudes.