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Tracking

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Tracking is a formalized sorting system placing students on academic tracks, such as advanced or lower-achieving, which conflict theorists argue perpetuates inequality once assigned.

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A student placed on a lower track early in schooling often remains there into later grades.

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Students often assume placement is regularly re-evaluated; conflict theorists find placement tends to persist, with the track's expectations reinforcing it.