functionalism on the role of education

Durkheim, Parsons and Davis and Moore

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School acts a microcosm. Who said this?
Durkheim
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What is homogeneity and who used this concept?
cultural sameness- Durkheim
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Education teaches specific skills needed for employment. Who said this?
Durkheim
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Education is the focal socialising agent. Who said this and what does it mean?
Parsons- education is the bridge between family and society
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The family judges by particularistic standards, whereas society judges by universalistic standards. Who said this?
Parsons
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education sifts and sorts individuals according to their ability. Who said this?
Davis and Moore
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Why is social stratification desirable according to Davis and Moore?
It creates an incentive for individuals to work hard
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Davis and Moore use the concept of role allocation. What does it mean?
The most able members of society are allocated to the most functional jobs
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What is homogeneity and who used this concept?

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Education teaches specific skills needed for employment. Who said this?

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Education is the focal socialising agent. Who said this and what does it mean?

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The family judges by particularistic standards, whereas society judges by universalistic standards. Who said this?

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