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Bridging the Gap: The Interplay of Education and Social Class in English History

Bridging the Gap: The Interplay of Education and Social Class in English History
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Author(s): Gülten Akgül (The Ministry of National Education, Turkey)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 26
Source title: Academic Research Challenges for Modern Society
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Jan Vrba (Akademia Jagiellońska w Toruniu, Czech Republic)and Mohd Redzuan Mohd Sofian (Trichester Consulting, Malaysia)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0897-5.ch013

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Abstract

This chapter examines the historical relationship between education and social class in England, focusing on how social class influences educational opportunities and how education reinforced or challenged class structures. From the medieval period to modern times, access to education has often been determined by one's social standing, with education serving both as a tool of social stratification and a potential avenue for upward mobility. The chapter explores the key historical events, policies, and reforms that shaped the educational system and its accessibility based on social class, while analyzing the long-term effects of class-based educational disparities on English society. It also discusses potential solutions and reforms to address educational inequalities. The paper uses a qualitative and historical analysis approach, drawing on primary and secondary sources, including educational policies, historical records, and scholarly articles.

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