Functionalist view on education

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  • Created on: 03-03-20 10:14
What do functionalists say about education?
They focus on the positives. Saying that it benefits all members of society
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What is role allocation?
The fact that education provides a way of allocating people to appropriate job roles- through tiered qualifications.
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What is meritocracy?
Education is meritocratic, (fair). It provides equal opportunity for all to achieve good qualifications.
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Who talks about role allocation and meritocracy?
Parsons/ Davis and Moore
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What is social solidarity?
Learning the same curriculum
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What is role allocation?

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The fact that education provides a way of allocating people to appropriate job roles- through tiered qualifications.

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What is meritocracy?

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Who talks about role allocation and meritocracy?

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What is social solidarity?

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