Answer to Question #259986 in Sociology for ANGELO

Question

Examples on how Conflict and Functionalist theories are applicable in South Africa context 

Answer 1

Functionalism and conflict theory are two theories that influence the purposes of schooling. These two theories are both different and similar in their view and relation to schooling.one of the example on when conflict theory is applicable in South Africa is when patterns of class conflict theory occur when one class of people is systemically empowered over another. The less empowered class demands a share of resources that the more fortunate class has in abundance, leading to social conflict. Here are some real-life examples of conflict theory in both economic and societal situations.

On the other hand, functionalist theory is applicable in South Africa as it puts an emphasis on positive aspects of schools such as socialization: the learning of skills and attitudes in school. Skills provision is also important; education teaches the skills for the economy. For example, literacy, numeracy and IT for particular occupations.