Functionalism

Question 1

what type of theory is functionalism

Answer 1

Structural

Question 2

A Structural theory means

Answer 2

it examines social institutions that are larger than any individual

Question 3

Its a consensus theory as well meaning…

Answer 3

it emphasizes sharing of norms and values and agreement rather than conflict

Question 4

Education is seen in terms of producing…

Answer 4

shared norms and values and therefore social cohesion and consensus in society

Question 5

Organic analogy means…

Answer 5

institutions of society perform functions in harmony with each other to maintain social equilibrium

Question 6

for functionalists school preforms 3 basic functions

Answer 6

1) Socialisation role: their role in teaching norms and values
2) Allocation role: their role in slotting people into their “appropriate” occupational positions on the basis of their merit
3) workplace role: their role in equipping young people with practical and technical skills needed for the workforce

Question 7

what is merit

Answer 7

ability + effort

Question 8

What do they claim schools act as a form for

Answer 8

Secondary socialisation that follows primary socialisation in the family