French A-Level
L'ascenseur social
What L'ascenseur social means in French A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of L'ascenseur social
The concept of social mobility, often cited in debates regarding the failure of the French education system to provide equal opportunities for youths in the banlieues.
Topics that use L'ascenseur social
- Theme 3: L’immigration et la société multiculturelle française (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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