Quiz on Theoretical Approaches in Sociology of Education

What is one of the main focuses of Structural-Functional Theory?

• The exploitation of workers in capitalism

• Conflict among different social groups

• The impact of labeling on student performance

• The role of education in maintaining social order

Who is associated with the Structural-Functional Theory?

• Karl Marx

• Max Weber

• Basil Bernstein

• Emily Durkheim

What does Conflict Theory primarily focus on?

• Social integration and cohesion

• Competition and tension among groups

• The transmission of social values

• The development of self-concept

According to Conflict Theory, what do dominant groups control?

• Power, wealth, and privilege

• Classroom dynamics

• Knowledge and skills

• Social values and norms

What is a key concept of Symbolic Interactionism?

• The influence of dominant groups

• The role of education in society

• The importance of social structures

• Face-to-face social interactions

What does Labelling Theory suggest?

• Labels have no impact on individuals

• Labels can create self-fulfilling prophecies

• Labels are determined by teachers only

• Labels are only applied to high achievers

What is a primary concern of Feminist Theory?

• The assimilation of immigrants

• The equality of women in society

• The interdependence of social institutions

• The role of education in economic status

Which theorist is known as 'The Father of Communism'?

• Karl Marx

• Michael Foucault

• Emily Durkheim

• Max Weber

What does the Functional Theory fail to recognize?

• The interdependence of institutions

• The importance of social values

• Divergent interests and ideologies

• The role of education in society

What is one of the limitations of Structural-Functional Theory?

• It overlooks classroom dynamics

• It promotes equality

• It emphasizes the role of socialization

• It focuses on competition