Does social background determine educational success? An investigation (PDF)

Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Sociology - Social System and Social Structure, grade: 1,3, University of Applied Sciences and Medical University, language: English, abstract: This text was translated with the help of AI and reviewed by the GRIN editorial team.

The aim of this term paper is to find a satisfactory answer to the question: "Does social background determine educational success?". It also aims to collate and clarify reasons, theories and proposed solutions. Beginning with a definition of the term in order to clarify and familiarise the reader with the question, the third chapter of the paper deals with the factors required for educational success.

This is followed by an answer to the question whether educational disadvantage due to social background even exists in Germany and what consequences it has. This is followed by an explanation as to why the situation in the German education system is the way it is. To better explain this question, some theories are used to help. Finally, possible solutions are illustrated and explained. The final chapter contains a discussion section with the answer that social background definitely determines educational success, the findings of this term paper and my personal opinion on the subject.

The PISA study of 2002 reignited the discussion about equity in the German school system and continues to this day. Social work is also affected by this topic, as its ultimate goal is social justice, the promotion of social development and the empowerment or liberation of people.