Davis & Moore + education

Functionalists

What concept did Davis and Moore develop related to education?

Further developed the idea that the education system facilitates meritocracy

Why is social stratification necessary, according to Davis and Moore?

Social stratification or a system of unequal rewards is essential for society to function because it motivates individuals to put in extra effort

What is social stratification?

Inequality, a system of unequal rewards that motivate individuals ti strive for better positions in society

How do Davis and Moore view inequality in education?

See inequality not as a problem but a necessary part of meritocracy since unequal rewards encourage competition

Why is competition important in Davis and Moore’s theory?

Bc competition ensures that the most important jobs that require able, determined people, go to those who are willing to work hard to achieve them

How does the education system facilitate meritocracy, according to Davis and Moore?

By sifting and sorting individuals into roles that match their abilities, rewarding the most talented and determined individuals with the highest pay and status

What motivates individuals to strive for higher achievements in Davis and Moore’s view?

The ability to access higher rewards like higher pay motivates people to put in extra effort, reinforcing meritocratic competition

How does social stratification support meritocracy according to Davis and Moore?

Social stratification creates a hierarchy of rewards that drives individuals to compete, ensuring that the best rise to the top