Which concept is defined as a lack of the values and attitudes needed to do well in school?

• A. A lack of the values and attitudes needed to do well in school.
• B. A healthy family culture
• C. High Parental Involvement
• D. Access to Good Schooling

Answer: (A)

Cultural deprivation describes a lack of the values, attitudes, and cultural practices that help children succeed in school. When the home environment doesn't provide routines, language exposure, expectations about education, or opportunities to engage with learning, a child may struggle to meet school demands even if they have the potential. This idea explains why some students from disadvantaged backgrounds underachieve: the socialization they receive at home doesn’t equip them with the habits and norms that schooling commonly requires. It’s different from factors that support achievement, like a healthy family culture, active parental involvement, or access to good schooling, which are resources that help students do well.