functionalism

• What does Human Capital refer to?

  Knowledge, skills, and creativity as economic assets
• What is the Hidden Curriculum in education?

  Informal learning that teaches societal norms
• What are Particularistic Values?

  Values that apply to specific individuals
• What are Universalistic Values?

  Values that apply to all members of society
• What are the four functions of education according to Functionalism?

  1. Socialisation and Social Solidarity
  2. Bridge between family and society
  3. Developing Human Capital
  4. Role Allocation
• How does education contribute to Socialisation and Social Solidarity?

  By passing on cultural values through hidden curriculum
• What is Durkheim's view on the education system?

  It meets society's functional prerequisites through values
• What criticism do Marxists have of the Hidden Curriculum?

  It reinforces social inequality and ruling class ideology
• What do Feminists argue about the Hidden Curriculum?

  It maintains and reinforces patriarchy, not meritocracy
• What is Wong's critique of Functionalist views on children in education?

  Children are seen as passive in socialisation processes
• What is the link between educational achievement and economic success?

  There is a weak link between the two
• What does Parsons believe about the role of schools?

  They link family values to societal values
• What is Schultz's perspective on education and the economy?

  Investment in education benefits the wider economy
• What is the role of education in developing Human Capital?

  It provides a qualified and flexible workforce
• What do Davis and Moore argue about Role Allocation in education?

  It selects individuals for the social hierarchy
• What is the New Right view of education?

  • Similar to Functionalism
  • Believes state involvement is excessive
  • Advocates for marketisation to raise standards
  • Schools should compete like businesses
• What do Chubb and Moe propose regarding education?

  Education vouchers and parentocracy concepts
• What were key education policies in the 1980s?

  • Vocational Education
  • 1988 Education Reform Act
  • Funding formula
  • League Tables
• What were the education policies under New Labour and the Coalition Government?

  • New Labour: Academies
  • Coalition Government:
  • Free Schools
  • Privatisation of Education