SOC100 Debate Paper Guidelines

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What resources are available for the debate paper?

PowerPoint presentations and video tutorials

Online forums and social media groups

A template and a writing guide (correct)

Sample debate papers and peer reviews

When is AM Quiz 1 due?

By the end of Lecture 2

By the start of Lecture 3

By the start of Lecture 4 (correct)

At the end of the week

What should a student do first if they have questions about SOC100?

Check the syllabus (correct)

Ask a friend

Post on social media

Contact the professor directly

What happens if a student misses an AM Quiz?

The final exam will replace that quiz grade Signup and view all the answers

What type of topics does the debate paper's grading rubric cover?

All aspects of the paper including content, formatting, and clarity Signup and view all the answers

How many tutorials are dedicated to focusing on the debate paper?

Two tutorials Signup and view all the answers

What may result from not reviewing the provided resources for the debate paper?

Expecting deductions in the grade Signup and view all the answers

What should a student do if their question is general and not specific to them?

Post it to the relevant discussion board Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key roles of education in the context of socialization?

Reaffirming values like respect and diversity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following topics is most likely to create division among parents regarding school curriculum?

Sex education and gender identities Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary argument made by structural functionalists concerning divisive educational topics?

They provide a platform for important discussions. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a manifest function of the education system relating to job training?

Developing skills necessary for work and daily life Signup and view all the answers

What notable statistic was mentioned about education spending in Canada for 2020-2021?

$85.6 billion was spent on elementary and secondary schools. Signup and view all the answers

What year did free and compulsory public schooling first get introduced in Prince Edward Island?

1852 Signup and view all the answers

How much does it cost for one student to attend elementary or secondary school for one year in Canada?

$12,528 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following decades saw a significant increase in public education rates in Canada after World War I?

1970s Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an influence on socialization aside from schools?

Extracurricular activities Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of 17-20 year olds in Canada had completed Grade 9 by 1950?

46.4% Signup and view all the answers

Why do governments invest heavily in public education systems?

It is viewed as a beneficial investment in the population. Signup and view all the answers

By what year did the high school graduation rate in Canada increase to 87%?

2006 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about education in Canada is true?

Public education became compulsory due to societal demand. Signup and view all the answers

What was the high school graduation rate in Canada in 1996?

72% Signup and view all the answers

What was the graduation rate increase from 1970 to 2016 in Canada?

19.3% Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of public education increased significantly after World War I?

Enrollment numbers saw drastic increases. Signup and view all the answers

What does economic capital refer to in the context of education?

The financial resources and property one possesses. Signup and view all the answers

How does cultural capital affect a student's performance at university?

It influences how students fit in and are perceived by teachers. Signup and view all the answers

What does social capital encompass regarding university performance?

The shared norms and values within a social network. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement reflects the view of Conflict Theory on education?

Capital disparities create inequalities, undermining the notion of equal opportunity in education. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT considered part of cultural capital?

The ability to afford tuition and living expenses. Signup and view all the answers

What latent effect might arise from inequalities in capital in education?

A reinforcement of class inequality through educational sorting. Signup and view all the answers

In what way can economic capital affect a student's university experience?

It influences financial security and access to resources. Signup and view all the answers

Which capital type focuses on the ability to navigate institutional policies?

Cultural capital. Signup and view all the answers

What is one key benefit of compulsory public education mentioned in the content?

It provided training for jobs. Signup and view all the answers

How did public education contribute to democracy according to the content?

By enhancing literacy among the population. Signup and view all the answers

What was one effect of access to education on social class disparities?

It helped reduce class differences. Signup and view all the answers

What trend in education has been noted to increase in recent years?

Post-secondary education enrollment. Signup and view all the answers

Which reason is NOT cited for the increase in attendance and completion of public education?

Increased social networking opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

What role does literacy play in a functioning democracy as described in the content?

It helps citizens understand legal documents. Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of public education impact individual engagement with health care?

It improved understanding of health care processes. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the historical trends in education?

Education expanded beyond just elementary and secondary schooling. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of grade inflation on university admission standards?

Higher average grades required for admission to programs Signup and view all the answers

According to the concept of structural functionalism, how does society react to changes in education?

By increasing the standards required for advanced education Signup and view all the answers

What trend was observed regarding the median GPA needed for admission to UofT law school from 2019 to 2023?

It increased from 3.83 to 3.9 Signup and view all the answers

What effect can parental involvement in education have on teachers?

It causes teachers to be blamed for students' poor grades Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential danger of raising grade averages in high schools?

Higher standards needed for admission to graduate programs Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the relationship between high school grades and university admission?

Higher high school grades can lead to increased university admission standards Signup and view all the answers

What might be a result of universities adopting grade inflation policies?

A requirement for higher grades for advanced programs Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Newton’s third law in the context of educational grading?

Every action in educational policy has an equivalent reaction on grading practices Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sociology of Education

This presentation is an introduction to Sociology 100.
The course instructor is Dr. Mitch McIvor.
The date of the lecture is September 11, 2024.

Additional Context

The lecture includes examples not on the test.
Example topics discussed: Drake's Views album, Giant Inflatable Duck controversy
A schedule for the class is included.
There is a debate paper due in 2 weeks.
Tutorials run this week.
AM Quizzes 1, 2, and 3 have deadlines associated with them.
Instructions for handling questions are mentioned.

House Keeping

Students need to bring electronic devices to tutorials.
Tutorial activity quizzes are present on Quercus.
Tutorial grades are the only ones that will be recorded.
The following week's tutorial will focus on successful paper writing.
The course is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive.
Debate paper resources are available on Quercus.
These include instructions, a template, a rubric, and general writing guidelines.
Students are responsible for reviewing these materials.
Class participation is important and emphasized by the professor.

Bias

There are factors that affect how we view the world.
These factors include our own social location.
Social location factors: gender, race, social class, age, ability, religion, sexual orientation, and geographical location.
Individuals experience the world in different ways.
People are biased.
Bias is often unconscious.
People hold beliefs that may not be universal truths.
Confirmation bias: people tend to favour information that aligns with their existing beliefs.
Fundamental Attribution Error: Attributing the failings of others to internal factors.
Self-Serving Bias: Attributing one's own failings to external factors.
Optimism Bias/Pessimism Bias: Tendency to be more optimistic/pessimistic in different moods.
Cultural Bias: A tendency to view one's culture as the norm.

Understanding Bias

Bias is part of human nature.
Sociology relies on objectivity, which is the opposite of bias.
Objectivity entails basing conclusions on verifiable facts and sound principles. Many types of bias exist, and students must be aware of them.

Today's Outline

Part 1: Trends in Education
Part 2: The Function of Education
Part 3: Class Inequality in Education
Part 4: The Experience of Education
Part 5: Gender Inequality in Education
Part 6: Racial Inequality in Education
These topics will be covered in subsequent lectures.

Historical Trends in Education

Education was once largely a privilege of the upper class who could afford to pay for it.
Public education has become accessible and compulsory in Canada.
Educational attainment rates have steadily increased since World War I (WWI).
Educational rates have climbed significantly from 1950 to 1970 and beyond to the present time.
The reasons for the rise included: job training, societal function and needs for a growing economy, the establishment of democratic institutions, etc.
Universities are now increasingly important for the labour market and society.

General Sociological Theories

The lecture describes three prominent branches in sociology
- Structural Functionalism
- Conflict Theory
- Symbolic Interactionism
Other theoretical approaches, such as feminism and critical race theory, are emerging more recently.
Max Weber is a considered founder of Sociology.
Ideal types are mental constructs.
These help us to understand the essence of a set of social phenomena like behaviours or features of people.
Important in Sociology because they are used in comparative contexts.

Structural Functionalism

Society is a system of parts working together in harmony toward a balance.
Parts of society perform functions that contribute to the system's stability.
Education plays roles in selection (sorting individuals) and socialization to shared values.
Education also serves the function of providing job training.
Socialization (shared values) is an important part of education.

Selection & Sorting

Society needs individuals in specific positions.
Education (selection/sorting) is used to assign individuals by merit and skill.
Meritocracy is an ideal system, ensuring competition of individuals through education.
Social characteristics, like race, class, or gender, can influence individuals' outcomes.

Socialization

Educational institutions teach important values, such as respect and patriotism.
Education can also teach skills for daily functioning, such as the importance of exercise and healthy eating.
Education can include reaffirming values, such as treating others with respect, accepting diversity, and not bullying.

Job Training

Education prepares individuals for employment.
Societies benefit by having well-trained citizens to fill the necessary labour roles. Human Capital Theory affirms this.
Human capital is skills and knowledge that are inalienable and beneficial both for individuals and society.

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