Functions of Education Quiz

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What is the main purpose of education according to the Functionalism perspective?

Personal Fulfillment

Liberation

Global Awareness

Socialization (correct)

Which of the following is an example of a latent function of education?

Social and Cultural Innovation

Learned leadership skills (correct)

Transmission of Culture

Improving skills and technique

What is a manifest function of joining the water polo team?

Got a tan

Improving skills and technique

Getting in physical shape (correct)

Learned leadership skills

Which of the following is NOT an unintended function (latent function) of education?

Socialization Signup and view all the answers

How can latent functions be viewed as positive contributions to schools and society?

By generating new cultural innovations Signup and view all the answers

What is an intended function (manifest function) of education?

Working in Groups Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of latent functions in schools can have negative contributions?

Reinforcing societal inequalities Signup and view all the answers

How can informal social hierarchies formed through latent functions impact educational environments negatively?

Lead to exclusion or marginalization Signup and view all the answers

In what way can prioritizing conformity over critical thinking through latent functions hinder societal progress?

Limit the development of independent thought and innovation Signup and view all the answers

What is a common manifestation of hidden curriculum in schools?

Enforcing gender roles with dress codes Signup and view all the answers

According to Conflict Theory, what do conflict theorists believe about education's role in society?

Education perpetuates social inequality Signup and view all the answers

How would you define hidden curriculum based on the text provided?

Unintentionally transmitted values and norms reinforcing inequalities Signup and view all the answers

In what way can inequities in school discipline be observed?

When certain groups face more suspensions or expulsions Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of latent functions reinforcing harmful norms in schools?

Perpetuating societal inequalities Signup and view all the answers

Which best defines the concept of student tracking?

Grouping students based on their academic abilities Signup and view all the answers

How does hidden curriculum impact students?

It can convey expectations for student behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of inequity in school funding?

Significant disparities in financial resources among schools Signup and view all the answers

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