Sociologists, however, view this role from many different points of view and ultimately come to different conclusions about what education truly achieves. One of these conclusions, which comes from a functionalist point of view, is the idea that the primary function of education is to help socialize children and prepare them for their eventual entrance into society as adults. Another one of these conclusions, which comes from a conflict theory point of view, believes that education widens the gap in social inequality. ... Perhaps the most important role of education is socialization. ... Ed...

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In society today education is a major factor in life. ... All four the authors pretty much agree that education produces a citizen. ... If one possesses an education it helps one evaluate what is true or false. ... In the essay "How to Get a College Education" Hart pretty much agree with Newman on how an education produce a citizen. ... In conclusion, one that possesses an education usually is more powerful than those who don't possess an education. ...

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An individual report into alternative visions of education, including views about the role of education and the relationship between education and other social institutions Education for Work ! ... That all people can be created equal by education, but that some educations are more equal than others. ... Holt writes: Everyone talks these days about "quality education" for all. But quality education for every child, is an absurdity. ... Parsons claimed education was a bridge from family to the wider world. ...

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The sociology of education, according to Reid could be defined as, "It approaches education at a level of abstraction which is essentially concerned with the social institutions of education, from peer groups through classes and schools to the system of education, with institutional composition, structures, procedures, ideologies and functioning (workings and outcomes) and with inter-relationships between education and other institutions." (1986, p.23) Thus, from the definitions, it is apparent that sociology of education is more concerned with "people" and "society" rat...

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Gender Inequality and Injustice in the Educational System TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Acknowledgments 2 Introduction 5 Thesis and its Purpose 6 Statement of the Major Hypotheses: 7 Part A: The Formal Curriculum 7 Organization of The Formal Curriculum 7 Content of The Formal Curriculum 8 Part B: The Informal Curriculum 9 Process of The Informal Curriculum 9 Structure of The Informal Curriculum 9 Chapter 1: Theoretical Paradigm of Conflict Theory 10 Chapter 2: Historical Background of Education 13 Chapt...

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These conclusions are not always obvious, but contradicting in the aspect that they are unquestionably characteristic. Any careful study of history or even current events, leads to the invariable conclusion that the single largest source of horrible mistakes is sheer stupidity. ... Ignorance, by definition, can be a destitute of knowledge or education. ... In conclusion, confusing ignorance with stupidity only proves the point of how common each is, in society today. ...

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Even the plans that are being put forth to improve education are not being received with great colors by the critics. ... This is very evident in the current efforts of our government to improve education. ... The third view as accepted by the current administration is the usage of scientific methods to improve education. ... Gardner presents a very optimistic plan for improving our education system, by giving the power of decision to the teachers themselves. ... In conclusion, our society is already a setup system which is working, including an established culture and social institutions. ...

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-Thomas Jefferson The cause of illegeracy is a simultaneous failure of the media and education systems. ... Education, as many people have agreed, isn't up to par either. Many school districts are ignored or in need of improvement, while the students of those districts suffer from a lack of education and needed information. ... In conclusion, the overall impact of illegeracy is a depoliticized society in which the public strays further and further away from political grounds, undermining our democracy as a whole. ...

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I believe that what William Zinsser believes is the true value of an education is the ideal however, we do not live in an ideal world and the true value of a college education has differed in American society today. ... The college education has become the majority of our youth's goal and desired destination. ... Thus, digging deeper, students, parents and society are responsible for these changes of the value of a college education. ... Parents can be the biggest reason why the college student's value of an education has been forced to change. ... In conclusion, ideals are not alway...

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I believe that another form of education is to communicate in whichever way possible with people of different backgrounds. ... I have thought this over and come to the conclusion that my purpose for speaking softly is to maintain confidentiality. ... In conclusion I have not faced any situations where I have not been able to adjust to the individual situation. ...

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In assessing the teacher preparation program, the conductors of the experiment asked three questions: Which aspect of the elementary education program has the most impact on students' preparation to teach classrooms with diverse student populations? ... Students responded to thirty-four statements in the questionnaires that dealt with three broad categories: factors fostering readiness for teaching in culturally diverse settings, factors constraining readiness for teaching in culturally diverse settings, and prior experiences relative to multicultural education. ... The participants i...

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Because the funding to public schools is based on property taxes, those in the underclass do not get the benefits of a good education that is obtainable to suburbanites. Hence, they are denied well paying jobs not only because of their race but because of their lack of education. ... In conclusion, Bourgois rationalizes that through the practice of criminal activities residents of El Barrio and other lower class societies are able to reflect some of the same respect and advantages that are accessible to the honest, hardworking people in mainstream America. ... This assistance ranges from s...

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Social Control Theories take a sort of opposite approach from other theories in criminology. They start by asking why most people do not commit crimes rather then why they do commit them. They focus on restraining or controlling factors that are broken or missing inside the personalities of criminals. If these restraining factors involve society in some way, then the theory is said to be a social control theory. Most control theories are a blend of psychiatric, phsychological, and sociological ideas. ...

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The social institutions of education, sports, economics, and family influenced the growth and development of these two young men. Education played a major role in influencing both Arthur and William. ... He will get a better education, and have a better chance at college at this school. ... So, Arthur did not achieve the success he had hoped for in his education, but William did. ... In conclusion, both Arthur and William were changed by society and both were sent on different routes due to the advantages or disadvantages brought about by each social institution. ...

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Some of the basic family values are, education, individualism, religion, and freedom. Education is highly valued in American culture; children are told when they are very young that education is the key to future success in life. Without education one could not do or have what one wants. ... Education and social class go hand in hand. ... Education also promotes racial and culture awareness. ...

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Explain Bourdieu's notions of habitus and cultural capital and how you believe they might influence the art education of young people. ... Teachers Students and Habitus This is further encouraged through teacher education. ... These children are said to be "culturally deprived" and therefore unable to grasp any culturally based education. ... Effects on the Art Education of Young people But what does this mean for art eduction? Conclusion Bourdieu's approach has been subjected to several criticisms, especially that his analysis of power and domination is mechanistic, over ...

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Both groups have access to the same general government services (education, highways, safety, etc.), yet the dependent group is eligible for far more government programs. ... CONCLUSION My greatest struggle with the social construction theory is the difficulty of classification. ... For example, where does education policy fit into the framework? On the one hand children are classified as dependent, yet they are not the ones who make decisions regarding education, their parents do. ... This was particularly disappointing for me as I am interested in education policy and had a difficult time un...

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In conclusion, both the structural-functionalist and the social conflict theorists have very strong and explained theories. ... The media makes it so clear to everyone that an education is the only way to make it in the world. ...

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However, young people can also be viewed in a positive way as there are many choices for them to take on such as employment, education, technology, socialisation and support. ... In conclusion, subculture is not a useful way of analysing the position and experiences of young people in Australia due to a variety of reasons. ...

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In the chapter, Continuity and Change in Social Studies, in Handbook of Research on Social Studies Education, Thornton explains his research of continuity and change in teaching social studies. ... According to his findings in regards to the social education position, there were some constraints of to what is being taught in K-12, however would not these disciplines be needed in the post-secondary level? ... Department of Education revealed that eight graders from families in the top SES quartile were five times likely to be in the gifted program than eight graders from families in the bottom...

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In the chapter, Continuity and Change in Social Studies, in Handbook of Research on Social Studies Education, Thornton explains his research of continuity and change in teaching social studies. ... According to his findings in regards to the social education position, there were some constraints of to what is being taught in K-12, however would not these disciplines be needed in the post-secondary level? ... Department of Education revealed that eight graders from families in the top SES quartile were five times likely to be in the gifted program than eight graders from families in the bottom...

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The Internet provides entertainment, education, information retrieval, social interaction and communication. ... Conclusion In conclusion, the Internet and what it has to provide can be greater seen as a negative tool of use. ... Because while the Internet can be used as a subject of social interaction, entertainment, education, etc. ...

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Also Mariana Chilton, poverty expert at Drexel University, stated a very important fact about those living in poverty she explains some of the consequences about those living with in the poverty line, "toxic stress, social dysfunction, violence in family, potential drug addiction, and poor education." ... The fact that children have or feel the need to drop out of school is a bit freighting, mostly because I feel as though instead of having that mentality set, children should continue to get an education to be able to better their economic status and social class. ... In conclusion a family ...

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This helps make conclusions about changes or patterns so we can get a better idea of how society functions the way it does, what we should change, and how to go about changing things. ... Solutions to these problems range anywhere from ratings on games, movies, and televisions shows, to support groups, help hotlines, education and social workers. ... Gun control, youth activities, and education can help all of this. ...

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Also, they are components such as, income and education. ... This reduction of inequality is attributed to various long-term developments, such as to technology, education and political mobilization. ... Education, health and housing: The effective implementation of compulsory education and its extension to middle school was a great advance on the equality front. Inequalities can now be seen only in reference to non- compulsory levels of education. However, there are minority groups - Gypsies and immigrants - who do not complete their education, often leaving school early. ...

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