Abstract

This book will provide university students and trained teachers with an understanding of the social bases of education. It amalgamates a thorough appreciation of sociological theories, concepts and methods

This book It deals with the organization of education in different societies and informal processes of education and in particular with agents of socialization. The school and the classroom are dealt with in detail. The book concludes with the teacher in contemporary society, and social influences on academic achievement.

Recommended for students and lecturers.