EXPLANATIONS FOR EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS & FAILURE
 
 
Student Achievement Outcomes:
 
 
 
 
 

4 Explanations:

 1) Genetic Inferiority Theory


Criticism: Rationalization of the status quo - justifies inequality as being genetically determined. Also assumes a narrow definition of intelligence



2) Cultural Deficit Theory
 


Criticism: Programs attractive because they leave existing social and cultural arrangements intact, locate the problem in the students' home culture and seem to offer a solution.



3) Critical Theory
 


4. Resistance Theory