paper 1: education AI Flashcards
(37 cards)
What is sociology?
The study of society, social relationships, and social institutions.
Who is known as the father of sociology?
Auguste Comte.
What does the term ‘socialization’ refer to?
The process through which individuals learn and internalize the values and norms of their society.
True or False: Functionalism views education as a means of social control.
True.
What is the main focus of conflict theory?
The struggle for power and inequality in society.
Who proposed the concept of the ‘hidden curriculum’?
Philip Jackson.
Fill in the blank: The ________ perspective emphasizes the role of education in maintaining social order.
Functionalist.
What is the role of education according to Emile Durkheim?
To promote social cohesion and instill shared values.
Who is associated with the idea of ‘cultural capital’?
Pierre Bourdieu.
Multiple Choice: Which sociologist is known for their work on the feminist perspective in education? A) Karl Marx B) Judith Butler C) Max Weber
B) Judith Butler.
What does ‘meritocracy’ mean in the context of education?
A system where individuals succeed based on their abilities and efforts.
True or False: Marxists believe that education serves the interests of the ruling class.
True.
What is ‘streaming’ in the educational context?
Grouping students by ability for different subjects or courses.
Who developed the theory of ‘labelling’ in education?
Howard Becker.
Fill in the blank: The ________ theory critiques how educational institutions perpetuate social inequalities.
Conflict.
What is the ‘self-fulfilling prophecy’ in education?
When a student’s performance is influenced by the expectations of teachers or peers.
Multiple Choice: Which sociologist focused on the role of language in education? A) Basil Bernstein B) Pierre Bourdieu C) Paul Willis
A) Basil Bernstein.
True or False: The feminist perspective argues that education reinforces gender inequalities.
True.
What is the ‘educational achievement gap’?
The disparity in academic performance between groups of students.
Who used the term ‘counter-school culture’?
Paul Willis.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a term used to describe the unequal distribution of resources in education.
Educational inequality.
What is the primary function of education according to functionalists?
To socialize children and prepare them for adult roles.
What does ‘social reproduction’ mean in education?
The process by which social inequalities are passed from one generation to the next.
Who proposed the idea of ‘educational credentials’?
Max Weber.
