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The 'new abilities' discourse can be critically evaluated and understood through a proposed theoretical framework of reflexive meritocracy. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

What question did this study set out to answer?

The aim is to analyze and critique the concept of meritocracy in contemporary discourse surrounding new abilities.

June 3, 2026Open Access

A Theory of Reflexive Meritocracy : Toward a Critique of the “New Abilities” Discourse

Key Points

The aim is to analyze and critique the concept of meritocracy in contemporary discourse surrounding new abilities.
Theoretical analysis of meritocracy principles and their implications in digital education.
Critique of current academic discussions surrounding accessibility and merit.
Highlights discrepancies between theoretical meritocracy and practical accessibility in education.
Suggests pathways for improving digital resource availability to enhance equitable access.

Abstract

UTokyo Repositoryは本学で生産されたさまざまな学術成果を電子的形態で集中的に蓄積・保存し、世界に発信することを目的としたインターネット上の発信拠点です。 The UTokyo Repository is the system to store and provide digital resources created by members of the University of Tokyo. Its main purpose is to develop digital collections, make them available online, and preserve them for long-term access.

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