Meritocracy
Book chapter
Authors | Jackson-Cole, D. and Goldmeier, G. |
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Editors | Duarte, M., Losleben, K. and Fjørtoft, K. |
Abstract | In this chapter we discuss meritocracy in higher education and argue that despite its promise, the main meritocratic assumptions and practices do not lead to greater gender diversity, equity and inclusion. First, we define meritocracy, nuancing debates around the intersections of privilege, talent, effort and achievement. Then, with references to relevant theories and examples from practice, we argue that meritocracy privileges majoritarian groups. This happens because of meritocracy’s insistence on formal equality of opportunities, subjective requirements and meritocracy severing solidarity. We present alternatives to hegemonic meritocratic thinking that concentrate on advancing the common good. |
Keywords | meritocracy; gender equality; higher education |
Page range | 98-107 |
Year | 2023 |
Book title | Gender Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Academia |
Publisher | Routledge, Taylor and Francis Group |
Place of publication | London |
ISBN | 9781003363590 |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003363590 |
Web address (URL) | https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/oa-edit/10.4324/9781003363590-11/meritocracy-dominik-jackson-cole-gabriel-goldmeier |
Funder | Research Council of Norway |
File | License File Access Level Open |
Output status | Published |
Publication dates | |
Online | 12 Apr 2023 |
Publication process dates | |
Deposited | 11 Oct 2024 |
https://repository.derby.ac.uk/item/q9y31/meritocracy
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