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ERIC Number: EJ239208
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Nov
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What Makes Sammy Run? An Empirical Assessment of the Bowles-Gintis Correspondence Theory.
Olneck, Michael R.; Bills, David B.
American Journal of Education, v89 n1 p27-61 Nov 1980
Argues that the empirical evidence upon which Bowles and Gintis's correspondence theory relies is weak. Suggests empirical and interpretive extensions and revisions of Bowles and Gintis's approach. (Author/MP)
Descriptors: Cognitive Ability, Educational Attainment, Research Problems, Socioeconomic Status, Theories
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Bowles (S); Correspondence Theory; Gintis (H)