An introduction to functionalism

Question 1

Define social solidarity

Answer 1

When society achieves integration, cohesion, unity and stability. A sense of togetherness

Question 2

Define and explain what organic analogy is

Answer 2

Parson and Durkheim compared the human body to society
The body has different organs to perform a healthy body that functions.
Alike to society

Question 3

What does Durkheim say about social order ?

Answer 3

The founding father of functionalism has a theory that society is based on social order and stability. His goal was to explain how social order was created and maintained

Question 4

What are the key ideas and concepts of functionalism ?

Answer 4

. Society is composed of different part, each having a function to achieve social order and stability
. Functionalists explain how each part of society contributes to social order, value consensus and equilibrium.

Question 5

Name the three key functionalist concepts

Answer 5

Social solidarity
Equilibrium and value consensus

Question 6

How does education contribute to social solidarity

Answer 6

School can create unity, cohesion, togetherness, stability and integration through:
Year group, classes, form classes, and extra curriculum or lessons

Question 7

Define value consensus

Answer 7

Sharing the same beliefs, values and norms

Question 8

How does education contribute to value consensus

Answer 8

Through learning the same culture of the school and the norms, and how to behave

Question 9

How does school contribute to equilibrium

Answer 9

Gives students the same opportunities, school bursary, providing FSM, handing out equipment, the well being hub