Sorting

Definition

In the context of sociology, particularly within the chapter on education, sorting refers to the process by which students are classified and separated into different educational pathways or groups based on perceived abilities, achievements, or needs. This can include tracking or streaming in schools, where students are divided into academic levels or vocational tracks.

Related terms

Tracking:

The practice of placing students in specific curriculum paths based on their academic abilities or interests.

Streaming: A method of segregating students into courses or classes based on assessments of their academic capabilities.

Educational stratification: The separation of students into hierarchically arranged groups that reflect societal inequalities