1983
DOI: 10.17763/haer.53.3.a67x4u33g7682734
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Theories of Reproduction and Resistance in the New Sociology of Education: A Critical Analysis

Abstract: In the past ten years radical educators have developed several theories around the notions of reproduction and resistance. In this article, Henry Giroux critically analyzes the major positions of these theories, finding them inadequate as a foundation for a critical science of schooling. He concludes by outlining the directions for a new theory of resistance and schooling which contains an understanding of how power, resistance, and human agency can become central elements in the struggle for social justice in… Show more

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“…Although Bourdieu has made significant contributions to understanding the role that schools and school systems play in reproducing social and cultural inequalities through the hidden linkages between scholastic aptitude and cultural heritage (Bourdieu, 1998), the work is still widely misunderstood and attracts fierce criticism for apparently mechanistic notions of power and domination, an overly determined view of human agency, and the oversimplification of class cultures and their relationships to each other (Giroux, 1983). According to his critics, Bourdieu's theory leaves no room for notions like resistance.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Although Bourdieu has made significant contributions to understanding the role that schools and school systems play in reproducing social and cultural inequalities through the hidden linkages between scholastic aptitude and cultural heritage (Bourdieu, 1998), the work is still widely misunderstood and attracts fierce criticism for apparently mechanistic notions of power and domination, an overly determined view of human agency, and the oversimplification of class cultures and their relationships to each other (Giroux, 1983). According to his critics, Bourdieu's theory leaves no room for notions like resistance.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Coe (2010) A common theme within sociological educational theory is the relationship between education, social mobility, transitions into higher education and the labour market (Bourdieu & Passeron, 1990;Giroux, 1983;Hirsch, Kett, & Trefil, 1988;Young, 1971). Historically, students from working class backgrounds have been excluded from accessing higher education, and despite over a decade of initiatives to raise aspirations and widen participation (Archer & Hutchings, 2000;Bowes et al, 2013;Lall, Morley, & Gillborn, 2003;Reay, David, & Ball, 2001;Thomas & Quinn, 2007), the number of students from this socioeconomic group transitioning into study beyond compulsory schooling remains stubbornly low (Archer, Hutchings, & Ross, 2003;Yorke & Longden, 2004).…”
Section: Design and Technology: Vocational Or Academic?mentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Ainsi, c'est la combinaison de plusieurs facteurs qui amènerait le jeune à ne plus envisager d'autres solutions que celle d'abandonner l'école. Cependant, si l'on s'appuie sur la théorie de la résistance élaborée par Giroux (1983), le décrochage scolaire peut apparaître comme un choix éclairé et constituer un véritable acte de résistance pour certains élèves, leur permettant ainsi de mettre volontairement fin au cycle insidieux de l'humiliation scolaire et identitaire qui perdure, les déstabilise et les fait souffrir. Selon Drolet et Richard (2006), la résistance sociale peut s'observer dans les comportements des individus marginalisés, dans le but de se protéger et de s'affirmer face aux groupes, aux individus et aux structures qui les agressent.…”
Section: Le Décrochage Scolaire : Une Réalité Multifactorielleunclassified
“…Selon Drolet et Richard (2006), la résistance sociale peut s'observer dans les comportements des individus marginalisés, dans le but de se protéger et de s'affirmer face aux groupes, aux individus et aux structures qui les agressent. En effet, selon la théorie de la résistance, les différents modes d'opposition aux règles et aux normes, constituent l'expression d'une réponse à ce qui leur est proposé et il importe donc d'en saisir la signification (Giroux, 1983). Cette théorie est applicable à la réalité du monde scolaire en admettant la possibilité que les élèves puissent s'exprimer sur leur propre situation et sur les conditions qu'ils jugent favorables, et dont l'école devrait tenir compte dans son organisation (Drolet & Richard, 2006).…”
Section: Le Décrochage Scolaire : Une Réalité Multifactorielleunclassified