Yard Duty: The Art and Science of Modern Schooling

Fairness is not the same as equity


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What's the difference between fairness and equity ineducation?

This is question Will walks us through in this episode. Straight up: we’re two white, middle class males discussing concepts of equity and equality. We understand that we come from a privileged position not enjoyed by others. 

But we feel it’s an important issue to discuss. We attempt to untangle the difference between equity and equality in modern schools. We look at this through three lenses within a school: assessment, resourcing and discipline.

It’s an episode that might be polarising for some. Butdifficult conversations are always worthwhile!

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Yard Duty: The Art and Science of Modern SchoolingBy Will Hanley and Michael Noonan