Distinction, Exclusivity and Whiteness: Elite Nigerian Parents and the International Education Market
by Pere Ayling
This book examines how elite Nigerian parents leverage the international education market to attain distinction and exclusivity. Pere Ayling explores the significant role of whiteness in their pursuit of elite status, revealing the cultural and social strategies at play in global educational choices. Through detailed analysis, it sheds light on the intersections of race, class, and opportunity in modern education.
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Distinction, Exclusivity and Whiteness delves into the dynamics of elite Nigerian parents engaging with the international education market. The book analyzes how these parents pursue educational opportunities abroad to achieve social distinction.
Author Pere Ayling investigates the interplay between exclusivity and cultural perceptions of whiteness in this context. It highlights the strategies employed by affluent families to maintain and enhance their elite status through global education systems.
The work draws on qualitative research to uncover the motivations and challenges faced by these parents. It provides a critical perspective on how international schooling reinforces social hierarchies and racial constructs.
Overall, the book contributes to understanding the global flows of privilege in education, particularly from an African viewpoint.
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