equity vs equality definition
Equality: âthe quality or state of being equal: the quality or state of having the same. rights, social status, etc.â (http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/equality) Equity: âfairness or justice in the way people are treatedâ (http://www.merriam-. webster.com/dictionary/equity).
Equity (student focus): The creation of opportunities for historically underrepresented. populations to have equal access to and participation in educational programs that are capable. of closing the achievement gaps in student success and completion.