Equality of opportunity
What Equality of opportunity means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Equality of opportunity
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Reference: AQA
Removing barriers and providing inclusive, culturally sensitive provision so that participation reflects interest rather than ethnicity.
Topics that use Equality of opportunity
- Sociological theory applied to equal opportunities (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Agents of social control and their sanctions
- Barriers to participation
- Direct and indirect discrimination
- Disability
- Disadvantaged
- Discrimination
- Disease prevention through participation
- Distinguishing health, fitness, and social benefits
Using Equality of opportunity in the exam
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