Criticisms Of Functionalist approach

Question 1

What does it ignore in regards to negative aspects of education?

Answer 1

Aspects of education that may be dysfunctional

- how it benefits some social groups more than others

Question 2

Socialisation criticism (dominant culture)

Answer 2

Socialisation is most applicable in societies where there is a single dominant and shared culture
- in multicultural societies there are different cultures and values depending on ethnic groups

Question 3

Assumes that education

Answer 3

Succeeds in socialising individuals into the system

- not all pupils conform

Question 4

Debate over (what skills are being taught)

Answer 4

Whether British education teaches pupils right skills

- education promotes vocational education rather than skills needed for economy

Question 5

Criticism involving globalisation

Answer 5

British companies and workers have to compete with other workers around the globe

Question 6

Globalisation definition

Answer 6

Involves all parts of the world becoming increasingly interconnected

Question 7

Ethnicity and wealth and gender

Answer 7

Might affect educational achievement