Socialization Theories and Effects
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What is the primary focus of socialization in society?

  • To develop physical skills
  • To teach social norms and values (correct)
  • To improve individual mental health
  • To foster competitive behavior

What influence does the Pygmalion Effect have on student performance?

  • It improves performance through high expectations. (correct)
  • It decreases performance through low expectations.
  • High expectations improve performance and low expectations decrease performance.
  • It has no measurable impact on student achievement.

Which researcher is known for associating social causes with differences in suicide rates?

  • Freud
  • Piaget
  • Bourdieu
  • Durkheim (correct)

What effect describes the phenomenon where low expectations lead to decreased performance?

<p>Golem Effect (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following theories is the development of self most emphasized?

<p>Constructivism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one method through which socialization occurs?

<p>Through explicit instruction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements reflects the idea behind the Pygmalion Effect?

<p>High expectations can lead to better performance. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the discussed theories, what role does societal values play in socialization?

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What type of cultural capital involves the knowledge that is both consciously acquired and passively inherited?

<p>Embodied cultural capital (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do economists like Gary S. Becker and Jacob Mincer explain differences in personal incomes?

<p>Differences arise from varying levels of investment in human capital (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding social capital?

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What does institutionalized cultural capital usually refer to?

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What is the primary goal behind investing in human capital according to modern economic theories?

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How does upward mobility typically get measured?

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Which aspect of social capital contributes to educational inequalities?

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What is the relationship between education and human capital according to the information provided?

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What impact do high expectations from teachers have on students?

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What concept explains the idea that a teacher's low expectations can accept low-quality responses?

<p>Self-Fulfilling Prophecy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Randall Collins' theory, what two components link interaction rituals?

<p>Emotional Energy and Cultural Capital (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'I' represent in George Mead's Theory of Self?

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How do successful interaction rituals affect emotional energy according to Collins?

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What role does 'role-taking' play in the education system according to Mead?

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Which of the following reflects a consequence of failed interaction rituals?

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According to Collins, what motivates individuals in their interactions?

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What is Peter McLaren known for in the field of education?

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What primary issue does Stanley Aronowitz highlight in 'Against Schooling'?

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How does the text suggest teachers can address economic inequalities?

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What observation is made about higher education's prestige hierarchy?

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What societal concern is linked to schools in the context of the college admissions scandal?

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What negative effect does standardized testing have on education, according to the discussion?

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As per the content, how does COVID-19 relate to educational inequalities?

<p>It has exacerbated existing educational inequalities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common theme in the works and discussions of McLaren and Aronowitz?

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What does the globalization of education primarily focus on?

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Which of the following is NOT a type of institutional isomorphism?

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How does neoliberalism influence education?

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What do isomorphic structures in organizations lead to in the context of globalization?

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What was a significant impact of neoliberal policies on education systems?

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Which theory suggests that organizational structures are determined by institutional constraints?

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What is NOT a feature of neoliberalism in education?

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DiMaggio and Powell's concept of the 'Iron Cage' suggests what about organizational structures?

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What was a primary goal of schooling as it relates to child labor?

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Which of the following is NOT one of the purposes of compulsory education?

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During which period did education in Canada begin to expand significantly?

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How has the perception of the role of schools evolved?

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What significant change in higher education occurred since 1990?

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Which factor was seen as a justification for compulsory education regarding children's roles?

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What type of education is described as a patchwork prior to formal systems?

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Which statement best describes the history of formal education in Canada?

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Flashcards

Socialization

The process through which individuals learn to become competent members of society, understanding societal norms, accepting beliefs, and recognizing values.

How Socialization Occurs

Socialization can happen through explicit instruction, conditioning, and observing others' behavior. The learning process of integrating societal norms and values occurs through these methods.

Pygmalion Effect

The impact of teachers' expectations on student performance. Positive expectations can lead to improved performance, while negative expectations can result in lower achievement.

Expectation Influence

Teachers' expectations influence student performance, leading to a self-fulfilling prophecy. Students may live up to the expectations set for them.

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Golem Effect

A phenomenon where low expectations lead to a decline in performance. The opposite of the Pygmalion Effect.

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Durkheim

The sociologist who first proposed the idea that differences in suicide rates are influenced by social factors rather than individual psychological states.

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Socialization Theories

Socialization can be explained through various theories, including constructivism, Freud's personality and sexuality theories, Piaget's developmental and interaction theories, Erikson's stage of development and value theories, and Bourdieu's habitus theory.

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Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

Individuals acting in a way that makes the expected behavior more likely to occur. This can be observed in the context of the Pygmalion Effect.

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Human Capital

The knowledge, skills, and abilities that individuals acquire through education, training, and experience - essentially, the value a person brings to the workforce.

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Upward Mobility

The ability of an individual or group to move upward in social class or economic status.

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Objectified Cultural Capital

Possessions that can be exchanged for economic profit, such as a house or a car. These items also signal social status.

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Institutionalized Cultural Capital

Formal recognition of accomplishments, like a degree or license.

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Social Capital

The benefits gained through social connections and networks.

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Embodied Cultural Capital

The unconscious knowledge, values, and beliefs that individuals acquire through socialization.

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Social Networks

Describes how individuals and groups are connected and the resources they share.

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Teacher Expectations and Student Performance

The idea that teachers' expectations of students can influence how well those students perform. If a teacher expects a student to succeed, they might work harder to help them and be more patient with them, leading to better results. The opposite can also happen, where low expectations can lead to lower student performance.

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Interaction Ritual Chains

A theory by Randall Collins that emphasizes the importance of rituals in shaping social life. These rituals, like attending a sporting event or participating in a religious ceremony, create a sense of group membership and emotional energy.

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Cultural Capital

The symbolic and cultural resources that an individual possesses, such as education, knowledge, and social skills. These resources can be used to gain advantage and influence in social interactions.

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The "I"

The spontaneous, creative, and impulsive aspect of the self. It's the part of us that reacts to situations and makes choices.

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The "Me"

The socialized part of the self, shaped by societal norms and expectations. It's the part of us that knows how to act appropriately in different situations.

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Role-Taking

The ability to understand and see things from another person's perspective. This is a key skill for developing empathy and social skills.

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George Mead's Theory of Self

The theory proposed by George Mead that emphasizes the development of the self through social interaction. It focuses on the "I", the "Me", and role-taking as key aspects of self-formation.

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Globalization of Education

The process of similar education systems becoming integrated across borders, focusing on access, quality, and deployment of education worldwide.

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Isomorphism Theory

A theory explaining how organizations become similar, mimicking each other's processes or structures due to imitation or similar constraints.

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Normative Isomorphism

A type of isomorphism where organizations adopt similar practices due to pressures from influential groups or norms within a field.

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Coercive Isomorphism

A type of isomorphism where organizations adopt similar practices due to external pressures or regulations.

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Mimetic Isomorphism

A type of isomorphism where organizations adopt similar practices by imitating successful organizations in their field.

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Neoliberalism

An economic ideology promoting free markets, privatization, deregulation, and globalization to increase the role of the private sector in the economy and society.

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Neoliberalism in Education

The application of market principles, promoting competition, privatization, and less government control in education.

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Labor Market Focus

An idea that education should focus on skills and knowledge valued by the labor market, aiming to prepare students for specific employment opportunities.

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Nation Building in Education

The idea that education can be used to instill national identity and values in students, fostering a sense of belonging to a nation.

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Technical Complexity in Education

The realization that technology requires a skilled workforce, leading to a greater emphasis on education to equip individuals with the necessary knowledge and abilities.

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Child Labor and Compulsory Education

The historical argument that compulsory education was introduced to prevent child labor by keeping children in school instead of factories.

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Child Susceptibility and Education

The idea that children are vulnerable and require guidance and structure to develop properly, leading to the development of formal educational systems.

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Expansion of Education to a System

The process by which education transitioned from informal arrangements to a structured system with teachers, students, and administrators.

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Post-WWII Educational Expansion

The period after World War II when education significantly expanded at all levels - from elementary to higher education - both in Canada and globally.

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Education as a Common Experience

The increasing integration of education into everyday life, with school and higher education becoming more common and expected experiences.

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Early Informal Education in Canada

Informal educational systems that existed in Canada before the formal establishment of Common Schools, such as traditional indigenous education, French petites écoles, and British grammar schools.

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Peter McLaren

A prominent scholar advocating for critical pedagogy, examining education's politics, and emphasizing class consciousness in learning.

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Against Schooling

A critique of contemporary education in the United States, arguing that the focus on control and testing inhibits genuine learning and creativity.

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Prestige Hierarchy in Academia

The phenomenon of prestigious universities dominating the hiring process for faculty at doctoral universities, perpetuating a hierarchy based on institutional prestige.

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Education and Economic Inequality

Education's role in reproducing economic inequality by reinforcing class distinctions and limiting upward mobility.

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Niche Sports and Elite Admissions

The widespread and highly competitive pursuit of niche sports among parents seeking elite college admissions for their children.

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Schools and Economic Inequality

The idea that the existing system of education may not be sufficient to address deeply rooted economic inequality.

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Critical Pedagogy

A critical pedagogy approach that encourages students to analyze power dynamics, question dominant ideologies, and work towards social justice.

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Sociology of Education

The study of how power, culture, and social structures influence education and learning.

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Study Notes

Lecture 1

  • Schools are intertwined with society, serving a specific purpose.
  • Schools impart values, aiming to produce well-adjusted workers.
  • School and education are not synonymous.

Lecture 2

  • Sociology studies human interactions and societal behaviors.
  • It examines social groups, not individuals.
  • Sociological perspective provides a different viewpoint on oneself and the world.
  • Sociological imagination examines the connection between personal life and larger world.
  • Society consists of interweaving social relationships.
  • Sociology uses scientific methods for study.

Lecture 3

  • Key concepts include socialization, social stratification, mobility, and credentialism.
  • Socialization is the lifelong process of learning societal norms.
  • Social stratification is the categorization of people based on social factors (wealth, income, etc.).
  • Meritocracy focuses on effort determining social status.
  • Capital refers to resources (like economic wealth) influencing social outcomes.
  • These concepts help to understand how factors like education can shape social outcomes.

Lecture 4

  • Key concepts: voluntary education, compulsory schooling, universal education, common school, alternative school, and lifelong learning.
  • Compulsory schooling is a concept debated over time.
  • Historical arguments for compulsory education (economic, social, and national identity).
  • The expansion of schooling is an important part of historical trend.

Lecture 5

  • Key concepts: Social stratification, educational streaming, accommodation, competition and egalitarianism.
  • The importance of social stratification in education and its continuous influence.

Lecture 6

  • Key concepts: Class, socioeconomic status, economic inequality, meritocracy, class reproduction, and maximally maintained inequality.
  • Class analysis is a theoretical tool to understand societal structures.
  • Social class is determined by factors like wealth, income, and status.
  • Class affects various aspects of societal and educational life..

Lecture 7

  • Key concepts: Equality, equity, social equity, equity categories, gender gap, egalitarianism, institutionalization, and labeling theory.
  • Equity and equality are crucial for a just educational system.
  • Various social factors affect access and outcomes in education.

Lecture 8

  • Key concepts: Centralization/decentralization, rationalization, professionalization, bureaucracy, efficiency, progressivism, deschooling, school choice, and neoliberalism.
  • School organization has undergone profound shifts, and is still evolving.
  • The organization of schools in Canada has become very politicized in recent times.

Lecture 9

  • Socialization; conformity, denial, peer group, victimization, social status, social hierarchy, performativity, and extra curricular activities, are key concepts.
  • How socialization occurs in schools through the lenses of different theories.
  • The interplay of social forces shapes identity, behaviours, and outcomes within educational systems

Lecture 10

  • Key concepts: Profession, professionalization, esoteric knowledge, labour, and accountability.
  • Teachers and their work in both the public and private sectors, are impacted by many factors.
  • The professionalization of teaching is a crucial aspect in terms of its organization and functions

Lecture 11

  • Key concepts: Socialization, denomination, deviancy, conformity, peer group, victimization, social status, social hierarchy, performativity, and extra curricular activities.
  • Socialization process through the lens of educational studies.

Lecture 12

  • Key concepts; Progressivism, rationalization, standardization, legitimization, accountability, evaluation, and assessment.
  • How are schools adapting to changing social, economic and political conditions.
  • Major shifts and trends that affect education in the present era.

Exam

  • There will be multiple choice questions (30%), short answer (50%), and an essay question (20%).
  • The exam will cover the period of the course and the topics discussed in the lectures.

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This quiz explores the primary focuses of socialization within society, including concepts like the Pygmalion Effect and its impact on student performance. Additionally, it delves into theories of self-development and cultural capital, while examining the influence of societal values on socialization processes.

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