functionalist perspective on education

Question 1

which 3 theorists are associated with functionalism?

Answer 1

-durkheim
-parsons
-davis and moore

Question 2

what 2 main functions does durkheim identify?

Answer 2

-social solidarity
-specialist skills

Question 3

according to durkheim what is social solidarity?

Answer 3

transmitting societys culture from one generation to the next through the connection of the education system.

Question 4

what does durkheim say schools act as and why?

Answer 4

acts as society in miniature preparing us for life in wider society.

Question 5

parson argues schools are meritocratic. what is meritocracy?

Answer 5

all pupils have an equal chance to succeed and do well in school through their talent and abilities, rather than gender,class,race

Question 6

what is ‘agent of socialisation’

Answer 6

school acts as a bridge between the family and wider society.

Question 7

expand on davis and moore’s idea of selection and allocation.

Answer 7

select and allocate students to their future career based on their abilities.

Question 8

what is the organic analogy?

Answer 8

the idea that like the body has different organs for it to function society has interdependent parts for it to function.

Question 9

what is value consensus?

Answer 9

shared beliefs norms and values that society holds which are seen as essential to maintain order in society.

Question 10

what are universalistic values?

Answer 10

norms and values that apply to all individuals

Question 11

what are paticularistic values?

Answer 11

norms and values which are dedicated to a specific group of people.

Question 12

what is vocational education?

Answer 12

education focused on preparing individuals for specific occupations. particular field of work.