Topic 6 Flashcards
Describe the organic analogy
The human body is society and the organs are the institutions in society such as family and education
Which perspective came up with the organic analogy?
Functionalist
Who is the founding father of functionalism
Durkheim
What are the 2 main functionality functions of the education system
1.)Creating social solidarity
2.)Teaching specialist skills
What does Durkheim say about social solidarity
He argues society needs a sense of solidarity,members must feel part of a single body or community.Without it cooperation would be impossible.
Society’s culture,values are shared and people will be more aware
What does durkheim say about teaching specialist skills
In modern industrial societies there is a very complex division of labour within the workforce.School teaches individuals specialist knowledge to play their part in the social division of labour
What are the functionalist perspectives in education
Social solidarity,specialist skills,focal point of secondary socialisation,role allocation
What does Parson say about education
It bridges the gap between home and wider society.In order to be successful in wider society different skills are required than those taught in the home.
Define universalistic standards
Standards that apply to everyone.
E.g grade boundaries in education
Define particularist standards
Standards that only apply to one person. E.g a child in a household
What do Davis and Moore say about role allocation
Schools sift and sort students into roles best suited for their aptitude and ability.
What does the Wolfe report say
The education system does not teach specialist skills
What is The new right
A Conservative political view that incorporates neoliberal ideas
Define The solution
[Neoliberalism]
The marketisation of education,competition between schools drives up standards
What do the new right say about education
Education should affirm national identity,Education should teach British literature and there should be a Christian act of worship.
