Crisis of the Meritocracy

Book • 2020

Peter Mandler's "The Crisis of the Meritocracy" examines the evolution of Britain's education system since World War II, focusing on the interplay between meritocratic and democratic ideals.

The book explores the tension between selecting an elite through merit and providing high-quality education for all.

Mandler analyzes the historical development of various educational models, including the tripartite system and the rise of comprehensive schools.

He challenges conventional narratives, highlighting the role of public demand in shaping educational policy.

Ultimately, the book offers a nuanced perspective on the relationship between education, social inequality, and democratic ideals.

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Peter Mandler, "The Crisis of the Meritocracy: Britain's Transition to Mass Education Since the Second World War" (Oxford UP, 2020)

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Dave O'Brien

as a book charting the history of schools, colleges, and universities in Britain, focusing on the tension between democracy and meritocracy in education.

Peter Mandler, "The Crisis of the Meritocracy: Britain's Transition to Mass Education Since the Second World War" (Oxford UP, 2020)

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as a book that speaks directly to the great cultural, social, and political divides in contemporary Western society.

Peter Mandler, "The Crisis of the Meritocracy: Britain's Transition to Mass Education Since the Second World War" (Oxford UP, 2020)

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