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Social and Cultural Dynamics

This cluster of papers explores the concept of cultural capital, its relation to social class, and its impact on educational outcomes. It delves into Bourdieu's theory of habitus and symbolic power, examining how cultural resources and practices contribute to educational inequality, social mobility, and class distinction. The papers also discuss the role of gender in educational attainment and the dynamics of cultural consumption within different social groups.

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Cultural CapitalSocial ClassBourdieuHabitusEducational InequalityCultural ConsumptionSocial MobilityGender and EducationSymbolic PowerClass Distinction

Journals publishing in this area

1American Journal of Sociology cover
American Journal of Sociology
ISSN 0002-96021,719 articles in this topic
386h-index
2Social Forces cover
Social Forces
ISSN 0037-7732754 articles in this topic
348h-index
3American Sociological Review cover
American Sociological Review
ISSN 0003-1224385 articles in this topic
521h-index