Key Concepts and Processes of Cultural Transmission

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Culture

  • Definition: Shared beliefs, values, norms, and practices learned and transmitted across generations within a society.

  • Examples: Language, religion, cuisine, social habits, music, and arts.

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Norms

  • Definition: Established standards of behavior maintained by a society.

  • Types:

    • Formal Norms: Laws.

    • Informal Norms: Customs and traditions.

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Values

  • Definition: Deeply held beliefs about what is important or desirable.

  • Examples: Honesty, freedom, respect.

  • Function: Serve as the foundation for norms and guide behavior and decision-making.

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Roles

  • Definition: Expectations and behaviors associated with a particular social status.

  • Examples:

    • Teacher's Role: Educating students, preparing lessons, grading assignments.

    • Student's Role: Attending classes, completing assignments, participating in discussions.

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Status

  • Definition: The social position a person occupies within a society.

  • Types:

    • Ascribed Status: Assigned at birth (e.g., race, gender).

    • Achieved Status: Earned through actions (e.g., job title).

  • Significance: Determines the level of respect and prestige a person holds.

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Identity

  • Definition: The way individuals see themselves and how they are perceived by others.

  • Aspects: Gender, ethnicity, nationality, social class.

  • Influences: Personal experiences, social interactions, cultural context.

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Sanctions

  • Definition: Reactions or responses to behavior that reinforce norms.

  • Types:

    • Positive Sanctions: Reward conformity (e.g., praise, rewards).

    • Negative Sanctions: Punish deviance (e.g., criticism, fines).

  • Function: Help maintain social order by encouraging adherence to societal norms.

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Cultural Diversity

  • Definition: Existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society.

  • Significance: Enriches societies by introducing new perspectives and ideas.

  • Impact: Highlights differences in cultural practices, beliefs, and values.

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Agents of Socialization

  • Family: Primary agent, teaching norms, values, language, and cultural practices.

  • Education: Transmits societal norms and values, introduces broader social roles.

  • Media: Shapes attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors, influences perceptions of reality and social norms.

  • Peer Group: Influences behaviors, fashion, interests, and identity, particularly during adolescence.

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Informal and Formal Social Control

  • Informal Social Control:

    • Definition: Unwritten rules and expectations enforced by family, peers, and community.

    • Examples: Social approval, gossip, ostracism.

  • Formal Social Control:

    • Definition: Established laws and regulations enforced by institutions.

    • Examples: Fines, imprisonment, formal sanctions for rule violations.

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Family

  • Definition: A social group typically consisting of parents and their children, who live together and share emotional, economic, and social bonds.

  • Functions: Provide care, socialization, and support for their members.

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Nuclear Family

  • Definition: Consists of two parents (mother and father) and their biological or adopted children.

  • Description: Often considered the traditional family structure.

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Extended Family

  • Definition: Includes relatives beyond the nuclear family, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

  • Living Arrangements: Members may live together or maintain close relationships and support each other.

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Reconstituted Family (Blended Family)

  • Definition: Formed when one or both partners in a relationship have children from previous relationships and they come together to form a new family unit.

  • Members: Can include step-siblings and half-siblings.

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Lone Parent Family

  • Definition: Consists of a single parent (mother or father) raising their children.

  • Causes: May result from divorce, separation, death of a partner, or choice.

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Single Sex Family

  • Definition: Consists of same-sex couples raising children.

  • Children: May be biological, adopted, or from previous heterosexual relationships.

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Cohabiting Family

  • Definition: Consists of a couple living together without being legally married.

  • Children: They may or may not have children.

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Beanpole Family

  • Definition: Characterized by multiple generations living together or maintaining close ties, but with few members in each generation.

  • Reason: Reflects longer life expectancies and fewer children per generation.

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Ethnic Minority Family Forms examples

  • South Asian Families: Often have extended family structures with strong ties to kinship networks and arranged marriages.

  • African-Caribbean Families: May have more matrifocal households, where mothers play a central role in the family.

  • Chinese Families: Typically emphasize filial piety and extended family support.

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Polygamy

  • Definition: A marriage system where one person has multiple spouses.

  • Types:

    • Polygyny: One man with multiple wives.

    • Polyandry: One woman with multiple husbands.

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Arranged Marriages

  • Definition: Marriages that are arranged by families or matchmakers rather than by the couple themselves.

  • Common Regions: South Asia, the Middle East, and some African cultures.

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One-Child Family Policy in China

  • Introduction: Introduced in 1979 to control population growth.

  • Impact: Led to significant social and demographic impacts, including gender imbalances and an aging population.

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Impact of Social Changes on Family Structures

  • Social Norms: Shifts in societal expectations and behaviors have led to greater acceptance of diverse family forms.

  • Secularisation: Decline in religious influence on daily life and decision-making.

  • Legal Reforms: Supported family diversity and equality (e.g., same-sex marriage, no-fault divorce).

  • Feminism: Advocated for gender equality, impacting family dynamics.

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Economic Factors Influencing Family Structures

  • Economic Pressures: Rising cost of living and housing can delay marriage and childbearing.

  • Dual-Income Households: Driven by economic necessity and smaller family sizes.

  • Economic Downturns: Can lead to higher divorce rates and changes in cohabitation patterns.

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Technology's Impact on Family Structures

  • Communication: Transformed communication and family interactions.

  • Digital Influence: Use of social media and digital platforms for maintaining family relationships.

  • Fertility Treatments: Access to fertility treatments and contraceptives impacting family planning.

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Family Diversity and Theories

  • Rapoports' Five Types of Family Diversity: Organizational, cultural, class, life course, and cohort.

  • Impact: Highlights variations in family structures, practices, and changes over time.

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Sociological Theories of the Role of the Family (Functionalism)

  • Primary Socialization: Family is essential for primary socialization, integrating children into society (Parsons).

  • Stabilization of Adult Personalities: Family provides emotional support and companionship, helping individuals cope with stresses (Parsons).

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Sociological Theories of the Role of the Family (Marxism)

  • Economic Function: Family serves capitalism by reproducing labor power and providing unpaid domestic labor (Zaretsky).

  • Ideological Function: Socializes children into accepting the capitalist system, instilling values such as obedience (Zaretsky).

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Sociological Theories of the Role of the Family (Feminism)

  • Domestic Labour: Family is an institution where women perform unpaid domestic labor, benefiting men and reinforcing patriarchal control (Delphy and Leonard).

  • Conventional Family: Critiques traditional family model for limiting women's opportunities and reinforcing traditional gender roles (Oakley).

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Criticisms of Family

  • Loss of Traditional Functions: Family's traditional roles have been transferred to other institutions.

  • Dysfunctional Families: Environments that fail to provide a supportive, nurturing environment, leading to various negative outcomes.

  • Status and Role of Women: Traditional gender roles place a disproportionate burden on women, leading to stress and lack of opportunities.

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What is the main focus of conflict theories regarding education?

Conflict theories highlight how education perpetuates inequalities and reinforces existing power structures.

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What do consensus theories emphasize about the role of education?

Consensus theories emphasize the positive functions of education, such as integrating individuals into society and promoting social cohesion.

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According to Durkheim, what is a key role of education?

Durkheim believed that education transmits shared norms and values, maintaining social cohesion and collective conscience.

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What is Talcott Parsons' view on how education serves society?

Parsons argued that education prepares individuals for their future roles, equips them with necessary skills, and promotes social mobility through meritocracy.

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What is the Correspondence Theory by Bowles and Gintis?

The Correspondence Theory posits that the structure of schools mirrors the workplace in capitalist society, preparing students to accept hierarchical structures and passive subordination.

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How do Marxists view the hidden curriculum?

Marxists argue that the hidden curriculum reinforces class divisions by promoting the dominant ideology and ensuring acceptance of inequality.

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What does Becky Francis highlight about the nature of schools?

Becky Francis highlights that schools can perpetuate patriarchal values and gender stereotypes, which include biases in curriculum content and teacher expectations.

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How do feminist theorists view gender inequality in education?

Feminist theorists argue that educational systems often disadvantage girls and women, limiting their opportunities and reinforcing gender inequalities.

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What do New Right theorists emphasize about education?

New Right theorists emphasize the importance of traditional education, promoting social order, economic efficiency, and market-driven reforms.

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What are some market principles introduced by the New Right in education?

Market principles include school choice, standardized testing, and accountability measures to drive up standards and improve efficiency.

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How can labeling by teachers affect students' educational achievement?

Labeling can influence students' self-perception and performance, leading to self-fulfilling prophecies where students internalize and act according to the labels.

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What is the hidden curriculum?

The hidden curriculum refers to the informal lessons, values, and perspectives students learn in school, which can reinforce social inequalities.

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What historical trend has been observed in gender patterns of educational achievement?

Historically, boys often outperformed girls, but in recent decades, girls have generally achieved higher academic results than boys.

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How does social class affect educational achievement?

Students from higher socioeconomic backgrounds tend to perform better academically due to access to more resources, better schools, and additional support.

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How does material deprivation impact educational achievement?

Material deprivation can lead to lower attendance, concentration issues, and limited educational opportunities, negatively affecting academic performance.

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What is cultural capital, according to Pierre Bourdieu?

Cultural capital refers to non-financial social assets, such as knowledge and behaviors, that promote social mobility and align with the educational system's expectations.

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How can the curriculum affect ethnic minority students?

A curriculum that lacks cultural relevance can lead to disengagement and feelings of alienation among ethnic minority students.

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What impact does racism and discrimination have on educational achievement?

Racism and discrimination can create a hostile school environment, lower teacher expectations, and reduce opportunities, negatively impacting educational success.

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How has the increased employment opportunities for women affected education?

Increased opportunities for women in the workforce have motivated girls to excel academically, contributing to higher educational achievement.

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What is the crisis of masculinity and its impact on education?

The crisis of masculinity refers to societal shifts in traditional male roles, leading some boys to struggle academically due to changing expectations and a lack of aligned role models.

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Primary Data

  • Definition: Data collected firsthand by researchers through methods like surveys, interviews, or experiments.

  • Usefulness:

    • Provides specific, targeted information aligned with research objectives.

    • Allows control over data collection to ensure relevance and accuracy.

    • Explores new issues not covered by existing data sources.

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Secondary Data

  • Definition: Data already collected and analyzed by others (e.g., government reports, academic journals).

  • Usefulness:

    • Saves time and resources compared to primary data collection.

    • Enables historical and comparative analysis.

    • Offers diverse perspectives and insights from existing sources.

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Qualitative Data

  • Definition: Captures descriptive information and subjective experiences (e.g., interviews, focus groups).

  • Usefulness:

    • Provides rich insights into social processes and contexts.

    • Explores complex phenomena and unexpected patterns.

    • Understands how individuals interpret their social world.

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Quantitative Data

  • Definition: Involves numerical information and statistical analysis (e.g., surveys, experiments).

  • Usefulness:

    • Tests hypotheses and identifies correlations.

    • Generates generalizable findings for policy decisions.

    • Allows comparisons across different groups or populations.

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Sources of Secondary Data

  • Diaries and Journals: Personal reflections offering unique perspectives.

  • Official Statistics: Government data on demographics, economics, and social trends.

  • Non-Official Statistics: Independent data reflecting diverse viewpoints.

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Qualitative Methods

  • Questionnaires: Structured sets of questions for standardized data collection.

  • Structured Interviews: Predetermined questions in a fixed order for consistency.

  • Unstructured Interviews: Flexible, open-ended discussions for deep insights

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Different Types of Observations

  • Participant Observation: Immersion in social settings to study behaviors and interactions.

  • Non-Participant Observation: Objective observation without active participation.

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Sampling Techniques

Representative Sampling: Ensures findings can generalize to the larger population.

  • Random Sampling: Equal chance for every individual.

  • Stratified Sampling: Subgroups based on characteristics for precision

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Non-Representative Sampling

  • Convenience Sampling: Quick access to readily available participants.

  • Purposive Sampling: Specific criteria-based selection for targeted insights.

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Ethical Issues

  • Informed Consent: Voluntary participation with clear understanding.

  • Confidentiality: Protection of participant identities and data.

  • Avoiding Harm: Minimizing risks and ensuring participant well-being.

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