Functionalism 0.0 / 5 ? SociologyEducationASAQA Created by: caitlinCreated on: 18-05-16 17:20 Parsons (1961) Wrote about meritocracy; individuals achieve rewards through their onw effort and ability. 1 of 5 Durkheim (1903) Education creates social solidarity and specialist skills. 2 of 5 Davis and Moore (1945) Role allocation; schools select and allocate pupils to their future work roles. 3 of 5 What are the two key values of a meritocratic society Individual achievement and equal opportunity 4 of 5 Human capital theory Modern industrial society is technologically advanced, so the skills of its workforce are its main economic asset or 'capital'. 5 of 5
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