Key points for functionalist role of the family

Question 1

what does Durkheim see education as?

Answer 1

a vital part of society

Question 2

what did Durkheim develop?

Answer 2

the organic analogy

Question 3

What is the organic analogy?

Answer 3

An analogy is a model.
It is organic as it is based on a living organism eg: human
all the parts of the body must perform their functions in order for the body to work effectively. if one part did not function it would not work effectively and could even collapse

Question 4

What does functionalism (a consensus theory) see society as?

Answer 4

harmonious

Question 5

what does society have the need for?

Answer 5

social order

Question 6

what is social solidarity and why does society need it?

Answer 6

everyone sharing the same norms and values. if there was no social solidarity, society would fall apart

Question 7

how is the family a social institution?

Answer 7

it performs positive functions for both society and individuals.

Question 8

how does the family perform positive functions?

Answer 8

By socialising new members of society and by helping create and sustain social solidarity.

Question 9

what do functionalists tend to focus on?

Answer 9

The positive contribution education makes to society.