functionalism and education

Question 1

functionalism is ?

Answer 1

consensus theory which sees society as being harmonious, all aspects of society works together to keep society stable and running smoothly

Question 2

functionalist perspective of education?

Answer 2

passes on key values called functional prerequisite
happens through =
- hidden curriculum
- actual curriculum
this acts as a glue to bind people and builds social solidarity

Question 3

3 ways that education socialises a person?

Answer 3

1. socialisation into core values
2. skills provision in modern industrial society
3. role allocation (right student to the right job)

Question 4

3 main sociologists?

Answer 4

1. Durkheim
2. parsons
3. davis & Moore

Question 5

parsons?

Answer 5

suggests school is a bridge between the family and society, school is a system preparing individuals for modern society and its economy.

Question 5

Durkheim ?

Answer 5

believes education helps transmit culture and history and forms a sense of belonging and increases social solidarity
- particular subjects are important in enabling children to feel a sense of belonging to society (history English..)

Question 6

davis and Moore ?

Answer 6

suggests that an important function of education is to allocate people to occupations which best suit their abilities. allocating us according to our skills and abilities into the most appropriate role

Question 7

evaluation?

Answer 7

one criticism of this view is that not all students conform to the expectation of achievement and doing well, many form an anti-school subculture.