Jean Anyon

Jean Anyon was an educational researcher who studied how a child's social class influences their education and future opportunities. She believed that the quality and expectations of education often reflect socioeconomic backgrounds, with children from wealthier families receiving more challenging and enriching learning experiences. Her work highlighted that education can either reinforce social inequalities or serve as a tool for social mobility, depending on how schools are designed and supported. Overall, Anyon's research emphasizes the importance of equitable educational practices to promote fairness and opportunity for all students.