Chapter 14 - Education Groups And Systems Flashcards
Age segregation
A latent function of the education system in the United States that separates everyone by age.
Hidden curriculum
Conflict theorist belief that there are things taught in school that are not in the curricula like patriotism, conformity, respect of authority.
Credentialism
The practice of acquiring credentials like degree’s and diplomas when it does not necessarily teach them the essential skills for jobs they want.
Compulsory Public Education
Public funded education that was mandatory for all children until a certain age.
Prolonged adolescence
A latent function of the education system in the United States that makes kids dependent on their parents for longer time now since the age a child can legally quit school is 16 and society keeps them out of the job market.
