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What criticisms can be directed towards functionalist theory? Give an example of one criticism in relation to South African schools.
Discuss, from a functionalist perspective, how schools transmit norms and values to learners. Provide a school-based example of this transmission.
According to functionalists, what do schools provide for learners that families cannot provide?
write a paper on 'Summary of Social Darwinism and Social Solidarity'
Discuss, from a functionalist perspective, how schools transmit norms and values to learners. Provide a school -based example of this transmission
What criticisms can be directed towards functionalist theory? Give an example of one criticism in relation to South Africa schools
John Locke, Thomas Hobbes and Jean Jacques Rousseau
(A) All agreed that humanity was essentially evil, but social order was essentially good
(B) Conducted major sociological studies using quantitative methods
(C) Based their social theories on appeals to experience and reason rather than appeals to tradition
(D) None of these
3 3.1 What does conflict theory argue about the role of schools in capitalist society? Start your answer:
Conflict theorists argue that
3.2 How does conflict theory differ from functionalism? (4)
3.3 Discuss the neo-Marxist interpretation of schooling. (4)
3.4 Explain how conflict theorists see the role of the family. (2)
3.5 Discuss TWO criticisms of conflict theory. (4)
One of the aims of new social patterns is the formation of citizens who are aware of their social responsibility. Briefly discuss how this aim could be taught in the classroom? 3 points
The ecology of a school can also be termed a ‘school climate’. Define what is meant by the school climate.
