School Culture and Collaboration Quiz

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What did Selznick argue about the culture of a school?

It is a distinctive identity that sets it apart from other schools. (correct)
It is primarily shaped by geographical location.
It is influenced by individual students rather than the collective.
It is identical to the culture of other schools.

According to Deal and Peterson, what does school culture denote?

The financial resources available to the school.
The deeply rooted traditions, values, and beliefs. (correct)
The number of students in the school.
The physical infrastructure of the school building.

How is culture defined according to the text?

A collection of economic resources.
A physical location where society interacts.
An ordered system of meaning and symbols. (correct)
A simple system of signs and symbols.

What differentiates school culture from other cultures?

The deeply rooted traditions, values, and beliefs it holds. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How do Symbolic Interactionists view behavior patterns in schools?

As potentially leading to rebellion among students and teachers. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In what way is school culture described according to the text?

.As characterized by deeply rooted traditions, values, and beliefs. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a balkanized school culture?

Teachers are strongly isolated and do not participate in other groups (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "hidden curriculum" refer to?

The unplanned or unintended norms, values, and procedures that play a role in learning (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the "taught curriculum"?

The implementation of the written curriculum in the classroom (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pilot testing the written curriculum?

To determine its effectiveness in sample schools (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a school culture focused on collaboration and positive change?

Collaboration (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term "contrived collegiality" refer to in the context of school culture?

Teachers working to implement curricula and instructional strategies developed by others, often mandated (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to conflict theory, what is the primary role of schools in society?

To maintain the dominance of powerful groups over the less powerful (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of how schools may perpetuate class divisions, according to conflict theory?

Offering different educational tracks or curricula based on students' socioeconomic backgrounds (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Karl Marx's theory of class conflict, which two groups are in constant struggle?

The bourgeoisie (owners of production) and the proletariat (working class) (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential outcome of the class conflict according to conflict theory?

Social change and revolution (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of how schools may address class divisions, according to the text?

Teaching knowledge, skills, and values that challenge existing power structures (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to consensus theory, what should schools focus on to promote social stability?

Reinforcing the shared beliefs and values that provide order in society (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Conflict Theory

Conflict results in misunderstandings in a group or society due to inequality based on race, gender, religion, politics, economy, and more.

Symbolic Interactionists Theory Perspective

An individual's actions depend on memory and social clues like signs and symbols that can have different meanings to different people.
Verbal and non-verbal languages can resolve to different meanings.
People are unique with different cultures and languages, influencing behavioral patterns among teachers and students.

School as a Cultural Institution

The school has a distinctive identity with its own culture, which is a complex whole that includes knowledge, beliefs, arts, morals, laws, customs, and habits acquired by its members.
Culture evolves over time and is characterized by deeply rooted traditions, values, and beliefs.
School culture is shaped by groups with vested interests, political, social, and economic power.

Karl Marx and Max Weber's Theories

Karl Marx argued that society is characterized by class conflicts between the bourgeoisie and the proletariat, leading to social change.
Max Weber argued that schools maintain "status cultures" that perpetuate the dominance of the powerful over the powerless.

Addressing Class Divide in Education

Education can address the class divide by teaching awareness of social injustices and promoting critical thinking.

Conflict Theory in the Philippine Society

Using the lens of Conflict Theory, concerns resulting from conflicts can be examined.
The theory highlights the need to address class conflicts, social injustices, and inequality in the Philippine society.

Consensus Theory

Shared beliefs and values of people provide stability and order in society, which must be strengthened in schools.

School Cultures

School cultures include Individualism, Collaboration, Contrived Collegiality, and Balkanization, each with its own characteristics and implications for teachers and students.

Curricula in Schools

Written curriculum refers to a lesson plan or syllabus that needs to be pilot-tested for effectiveness.
Supported curriculum is about the implementation of the written curriculum.
Taught curriculum refers to the actual implementation of the written curriculum in the classroom.
Hidden curriculum consists of unplanned or unintended norms, values, and procedures that influence learning.
Assessed curriculum is about the evaluation of the taught curriculum.

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Test your knowledge on school cultures, traditions, teacher-student collaboration, and dealing with accomplishments and crises within educational institutions. Explore concepts such as individualism, contrived collegiality, and balkanization.