THE HOME-SCHOOL CONTINUUM: CULTURAL CAPITAL AND ITS INFLUENCE ON EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES

Abstract

In order to resolve disparities and promote more inclusive learning environment, it is imperative to comprehend the effects of cultural capital. The study examines how cultural capital is transmitted through social, familial, and school settings. Further, it delves into how cultural capital influences students' motivation, performance, and aspirations. Systematic review that adhered to PRISMA principles used Scopus database (1994–2024) which initially extracted 593 documents using Boolean operators based on relevant factors and finally 35 studies found to be considered for making the research inference. The results show that through resource availability, family support, and excellent teacher-student connections, cultural capital can improve academic performance, abilities, and aspirations. But it can also reinforce inequality by denying marginalised students access to higher education. The study emphasises the importance of cultural capital in education as well as the necessity of culturally sensitive policies that promote inclusivity and equity through SLR.