Equal Opportunity Theory

By Dennis E. Mithaug

Book Overview

A comprehensive and detailed explanation of the equal opportunity principle that influences social policy today is provided in this book. Dennis E Mithaug addresses the discrepancy between the right and the experience of self-determination and explains our collective responsibility for assuring fair prospects for self-determination for all. The logical, philosophical and psychological basis for equal opportunity theory is presented, as is the social and judicial background. Finally, the optimal prospects principle is examined.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0761902619
• ISBN13: 9780761902614
• Release Date: May 1996
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc
• Length: 283 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.0"