The United States educational system currently uses something called tracking to match students to a course that is in line with their ability.One result of this is the emergence of AP Honors courses-advanced placement classes where the content is generally more academically demanding.One side effect of this process is that students (and their parents)who have an awareness of one aspect of Bourdieu's work are likely to gain an advantage years later.What aspect of Bourdieu's work are we referring to here?

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Bourdieu's concept of cultural capital refers to non-monetary assets that individuals possess or acquire, such as education, skills, and knowledge. Students who have access to AP Honors courses and are therefore exposed to more academically demanding content and expectations are accumulating cultural capital that may prove advantageous later in life.

The United States Educational System Currently Uses Something Called Tracking