Perspectives Flashcards
(3 cards)
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Functionalism (macro)
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-focus uses on the needs of the social system as a whole- education has necessary functions in society- creates well developed individuals for the working world
2
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Functionalism -Durkheim
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Argues this is done in 3 ways- socialisation, skills and provision and role allocation
Education is a meritocratic and fair system - students are rewarded based on the efforts they put in
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Marxism
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Views education as part of the superstructure which seeks to legitimise the capitalist economy systems
- education reflects the interests of the ruling class
