v The term sorting can be defined as:

Question

Option A
Classifying students based on academic merit or potential.

Option B
The use of education to improve one’s social standing.

Option C
The process by which students are allowed to choose their own classes based on interest.

Option D
A formalized system that places students on “tracks” (advanced, low achievers) that perpetuate inequalities.

Answer 1

The term sorting is best defined by Option D: A formalized system that places students on “tracks” (advanced, low achievers) that perpetuate inequalities.

Sorting in education typically refers to the practice of categorizing students into different groups or tracks based on perceived ability or achievement levels, which can often lead to disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes.