Sociology Paper 1 - Education

• What do functionalists believe about institutions in society?

  They have functions that benefit society
• How do functionalists view education in society?

  As an important agency of socialization
• What are the four main functions of education according to functionalists?

  1. Passing on society's cultures
  2. Building a bridge between family and society
  3. Developing a qualified workforce
  4. Role allocation in a meritocratic society
• What is the function of education in passing on culture?

  It transmits cultures and central values
• What is the hidden curriculum in education?

  It helps kids understand societal needs
• How does education build social solidarity?

  By preparing integration into society
• What does education link between family and society?

  It shifts values from particularistic to meritocratic
• How are people judged in a meritocratic society?

  Based on their own merit and effort
• What does education develop in terms of workforce skills?

  Skills and knowledge for the workplace
• What term does Schultz use to describe the investment in education?

  Human capital
• What is the relationship between education and job levels?

  Higher education leads to higher jobs
• What do Davis and Moore argue about the education system?

  It selects people for social hierarchy
• How do functionalists view the education system's meritocracy?

  It provides opportunities based on merit
• What is the Marxist view of education?

  It maintains capitalism and reproduces inequalities
• What is Althusser's view on education's role?

  To reproduce ruling class ideology
• What does Bourdieu suggest about the education system?

  It reproduces class inequalities
• What is cultural capital according to Bourdieu?

  Access to dominant class resources
• What is Bowles and Gintis's correspondence principle?

  Education mirrors workplace features
• What do Bowles and Gintis argue about the education system?

  It reproduces a submissive labor force
• How do repressive institutions view the education system?

  As a means of domination and control
• What is the outcome for those who do not conform in education?

  They are excluded from higher jobs
• What does education promote according to the functionalist perspective?

  Social solidarity
• How does education ensure social solidarity?

  By passing on shared heritage and culture
• What is a criticism of the functionalist perspective on education?

  It benefits only the ruling class
• What do Marxists believe about the benefits of education?

  They serve the ruling class only
• How does teaching marginalizes some groups in society?

  By failing to represent diverse perspectives
• What is the impact of fragmented knowledge in education?

  Students lack comprehensive understanding
• How does education achieve specializations in skills?

  Through national curriculum and qualifications
• What do special qualifications in education lead to?

  Employment opportunities
• What is the role of standardized tests in education?

  To assess key skills and knowledge
• How do students benefit from specialized skills training?

  They become more employable
• What is a potential downside of a fragmented education system?

  It can lead to gaps in knowledge
• What is a key feature of the functionalist view on education?

  It emphasizes social integration
• How does education contribute to cultural understanding?

  By teaching history and cultural aspects
• What is the significance of shared heritage in education?

  It fosters a sense of belonging
• How does the ruling class influence education?

  By controlling the curriculum and resources
• What is the main focus of critical theory in education?

  To challenge existing power structures
• How does education reflect societal values?

  By incorporating cultural norms into teaching
• What is the effect of education on social mobility?

  It can enhance opportunities for advancement
• How does education contribute to social cohesion?

  By promoting shared values and goals