Introduction to Sociology 1010

Jack uses personal anecdotes and interviews to illustrate the experiences of low-income students

Meritocracy is the belief that social positions should be assigned bases on individual achievements and abilities

What is a key takeaway from Jack's conclusion?

Jack argues that low-income students at elite colleges often feel socially isolated

What is the primary focus of "The Priviledged Poor"?

What does Jack argue colleges need to do to support low-income students better?

Imposter syndrome is a common experience among privileged poor students according to Jack

Jack suggests that elite colleges are effectively addressing issues of inequality in higher education

What challenge do the "privileged poor" face in elite colleges?

Which of the following best defines the term "social mobility"?

The term "privileged poor" refers to students from wealthy backgrounds who attend elite institutions

The doubly disadvantaged group includes students who lack both financial resources and adequate preparation for college

What concept describes how the privileged poor navigate colleges more easily than the doubly disadvantaged?

How do elite private high schools prepare the "privileged poor" for college?

In a caste system, individuals have significant mobility to change their social position

Social stratification refers to the unequal distribution of resources and privileges in society

According to Chapter 7, which system of stratification is based primarily on ascribed status?

Jack suggests that mentorship programs are unnecessary for low-income students at elite colleges

How does Jack suggest elite colleges can better prepare low-income students for success?

How do "doubly disadvantaged" students typically respond to the culture of elite colleges?

How does Jack's concept of "hidden curriculum" affect low-income students?

In You May Ask Yourself , how does Conley describe the Marxist view of social class?

Jack advocates for a systematic change in higher education to support low-income students

According to Jack, social capital plays a significant role in the success of low-income students at elite colleges

What term does Conley use to describe the movement between different jobs within the same social class?

Education is often seen as a great equalizer in society, providing everyone with the same opportunities of success

Jack believes all low-income students have the same college experience regardless of their background

What role do social networks play in the success of students at elite colleges, according to Jack?

Income inequality has no significant impact in social stratification

Jack mentions two groups of low-income students: privileged poor & doubly disadvantaged. What distinguishes them?

What is one example Jack gives of how elite colleges inadvertently reinforce inequality?

What is social stratification?

What does Jack suggest elite colleges should focus on to create equality in education?