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“An egalitarian educational system is necessarily opposed to meritocracy and reward for achievement. It is inevitably opposed to procedures that might reveal differing levels of achievement.” quote by Robert Bork
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“An egalitarian educational system is necessarily opposed to meritocracy and reward for achievement. It is inevitably opposed to procedures that might reveal differing levels of achievement.”

Robert Bork

About This Quote

Source Legal Article: The Future of Education Policy, 1990

Egalitarian education conflicts with meritocracy, as it avoids ranking achievement.

In simple terms: Egalitarian education opposes meritocratic ranking.

Key Takeaway

Consider balance between equality and reward.

Themes

education equality meritocracy policy

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • school reform
  • scholarship awards
  • classroom assessment

Key Concepts

Public policy social justice educational theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to reward achievement while promoting fairness?
  • Is meritocracy inherently unfair?
A Different Perspective

Too much equality may demotivate excellence.

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