functions of education

Question 1

Durkheim

Answer 1

solidarity and skills
creating social solidarity- pass on core values and culture through hidden and formal curriculum
glues ppl tg - build social solidarity

learning skills for work
everyone needs a diverse range of skills in order to function
SCHULTZ - human capital

Question 2

Parsons

Answer 2

teaching core values
school is a bridge between family and wider society (sch socialises you)
meritocracy- school and society judge us on universalistic standards
status = achieved
everyone equal opportunity through effects and ability

Question 3

Davis and Moore

Answer 3

role allocation
education allocates ppl to most appropriate jobs for their talents using exams and qualifications
do well = increase social position = social mobility

Question 4

EVAL

Answer 4

education doesn’t teach specialised skills
equal opportunity doesn’t exist
marxists argue education in capitalist society only transmits ideology of minority