hidden curriculum Flashcards
1
Q
define hidden curriculum
A
the attitudes and behaviour which are taught through the schools organisation and teachers attitudes but are not part of the formal timetable for example school rules and dress codes
2
Q
what do bowles and gintis argue in regards to the hidden curriculum?
A
the hidden curriculum in schools corresponds closely to many features of the work place
3
Q
features of the hidden curriculum
A
- privileges and responsibilities given to older pupils
- school rules, detentions and suspensions, rewards like merit badges and prizes
- school assemblies
- punctuality
- streaming and setting
- respect authority of teachers
- males & females have different dress rules, behaviour expectations & subjects
- hierarchy within school - heads, deputies
