With regards to NS, critical theory raises the consciousness of inequities identified such as the unequal distribution of power and its impact on education, social, economic, and political life. These ideas of unequal distribution of power are all funnelling through education in terms of policies, curriculum, governance and teachers in schools. Schools can be seen as mini worlds and whatever is happening out there in society can have an impact on schools and what we do as teachers. Critical theory also allows the public to compare and critique NS against its favourable and unfavourable outcome. Through critical theory, one can clearly identify that NS have huge amounts of variations as already mentioned, which make data comparison impossible. Additionally, this theory also makes visible the unequal power relationships between different groups in society which leads to domination and subordination. This is evident in the education system where schools, teachers, parents and whanau are not included in any consultations regarding
With regards to NS, critical theory raises the consciousness of inequities identified such as the unequal distribution of power and its impact on education, social, economic, and political life. These ideas of unequal distribution of power are all funnelling through education in terms of policies, curriculum, governance and teachers in schools. Schools can be seen as mini worlds and whatever is happening out there in society can have an impact on schools and what we do as teachers. Critical theory also allows the public to compare and critique NS against its favourable and unfavourable outcome. Through critical theory, one can clearly identify that NS have huge amounts of variations as already mentioned, which make data comparison impossible. Additionally, this theory also makes visible the unequal power relationships between different groups in society which leads to domination and subordination. This is evident in the education system where schools, teachers, parents and whanau are not included in any consultations regarding