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ERIC Number: EJ239210
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Nov
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The Determinants of Jencks.
Miller, S. M.; Tomaskovic-Devey, Donald
American Journal of Education, v89 n1 p86-97 Nov 1980
Points out some methodological difficulties in the book "Who Gets Ahead?" by Jencks et al. Argument is derived from comparison with Jencks's previous book, "Inequality." (Author/MP)
Descriptors: Comparative Analysis, Influences, Methods, Problems, Social Stratification, Statistical Analysis, Success, Surveys
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Jencks (Christopher); Meritocracy; Secondary Analysis