Education Theories (New)

What do feminists believe about women?

Feminists believe women are unequal due to unfair laws and discrimination.

What do liberal feminism believe about education?

Liberal feminism believe that there has been a steady improvement in girls experience of school.

What do radical feminists believe about education?

Radical feminists believe that eduction is one of the primary roles to maintain gender inequality.

What is functionalism's view on society?

Functionalism posits that society is fair and works together for the common good.

What is Marxism's critique of society?

Marxism argues that society is not fair, with the rich in control and exploiting the working class.

What is the New Right's belief about family and education?

The New Right believes that society works best with strong families and less welfare, advocating for competition in schools.

What do Chubb and Moe argue about state education?

Chubb and Moe argue that state education fails to meet students' needs and that private schools deliver higher quality education.

What are the two main functions of education according to Durkheim?

Durkheim identifies social solidarity and the transmission of skills as the two main functions of education.

What is the meritocratic belief in education?

The meritocratic belief is that all pupils have an equal chance to succeed based on talent and abilities.

How does Parsons view the role of education?

Parsons sees education as a bridge between family and wider society, promoting socialization.

What is Bowles and Gintis's view on education?

Bowles and Gintis argue that education create new generations of workers to serve the capitalist system. They also believe that Meritocracy is a myth and success is based on class background and not ability.

What is the 'hidden curriculum' according to Bowles and Gintis?

The hidden curriculum refers to the lessons that are not explicitly taught but prepare students for capitalism.

What does Paul Willis's study reveal about working-class boys?

Paul Willis found that working-class boys resist school but still end up in working-class jobs.

What is the New Right's perspective on school competition?

The New Right believes that schools should compete like businesses to improve standards and provide parental choice.