Education Theory and Policy Quiz

What is the main focus of Talcott Parsons' views on education?

• Fostering individualism

• Encouraging artistic expression

• Promoting cultural diversity

• Preparing children for a meritocratic society

Which theory critiques the education system as not being meritocratic?

• Functionalism

• Symbolic Interactionism

• New Right

• Marxism

What is the New Right's response to differential educational outcomes?

• Blame the education system

• Attribute it to differences in culture, ability, and effort

• Increase funding for schools

• Focus on teacher performance

Which of the following is NOT a conflict theory of education discussed in the course?

• Functionalism

• Critical Race Theory

• Feminism

• Marxism

What is the key orientation of education policy since 1979?

• Decentralization

• Privatization

• Marketisation

• Standardization

What is the function of education according to Kingsley Davis and Wilbur Moore?

• To maintain cultural heritage

• To encourage creativity

• To allocate people into appropriate roles

• To promote social equality

What is the main critique of the education system according to conflict theories?

• It is too expensive

• It lacks creativity

• It perpetuates social inequalities

• It is too focused on technology

Which of the following is a consensus theory of education?

• Critical Race Theory

• Feminism

• Marxism

• Functionalism

What is the main argument of the New Right regarding education?

• Educational outcomes are due to individual differences

• Education should be free for all

• Teachers should have more autonomy

• Schools should focus on arts and humanities

What is the purpose of schooling according to Talcott Parsons?

• To promote physical education

• To encourage political activism

• To prepare children for a competitive society

• To teach religious values