Understanding Culture, Society, and Politics in Education

Nature of Education

The essential characteristics and purpose of education.

Objectives of Education

Goals aimed at achieving through educational processes.

Functions of Education

Roles education plays in society and individual development.

Manifest Functions

Intended and recognized outcomes of educational systems.

Socialization

Process of integrating individuals into societal norms.

Social Control

Mechanisms to regulate individual behavior in society.

Social Placement

Assigning individuals to roles based on education.

Transmitting Culture

Passing cultural values and knowledge to future generations.

Promoting Integration

Fostering unity among diverse social and political groups.

Agent of Change

Education as a catalyst for social transformation.

Latent Functions

Unintended and unrecognized outcomes of education.

Generation Gap

Differences in values and attitudes between generations.

Functions of School

Roles schools play, including conservative and progressive aspects.

Low Budget, High Enrolment

Discrepancy between funding and student enrollment numbers.

Shortage of Faculty Members

Insufficient teachers to meet educational demands.

Lack of Reading Materials

Insufficient instructional resources for effective learning.

Classroom Shortage

Insufficient physical space for student learning.

Factors Affecting Education

Elements influencing the effectiveness of educational systems.

Debt Service Impact

National debt payments limiting educational funding.