Chapter 9 Sociology of Education Dr. Rankin
In relation to power dynamics and roles, functional theorists argue
all of above
The hidden curriculum is often revealed by the
all of above
According to research cited in the text, how do class size affect student learning and achievement
children in lower grades gain by being in smaller classes
The informal system does not include
classroom lesson plans
Small schools-within-schools have found
create more personal learning environments for students and not be associated with more effective teaching methods
School climate refers to
culture, rituals, expectations, and ceremonies of the school.
What does the term hidden curriculum means
explanations of students that are not clearly defined
Which of the following factors is an example of "educational climate"?
influences on students' values toward education
The teacher style that allows students a great deal of freedom in the classroom is:
laissez-faire.
Which of the following is an example of the hidden curriculum of a school
learning the rules and routines associated with the lunchtime recess
How do public schools teach morals
organizing special activities
According to Conflict theorists, the informal system helps to
reproduce students social class positions
Which of the following is not part of the informal structure of school
the structure of rules and regulations
A school value climate is influenced by the family background and socioeconomic composition of the student body
true
According to some conflict theorists, the hidden curriculum of a school serves a social control function that reproduces the social control function that reproduces the social class of students
true
Both functional and conflict theory tend to examine school power dynamics in terms of the large, cultural, economic, and political systems of society. However, neither conflict functional theory has placed much emphasis on classroom dynamics
true
One of the positive functions of ability-grouping is that it increases the number and variety of students in various groups
False
Research on teacher expectations indicates that teachers are influenced by students' previous work and test scores, but not by the physical appearance, sex, and language patterns of students.
False
Which of the following is not part of conflict theorists' view of power dynamics in schools?
Students are socialized into universally shared norms of the school for a smooth-running system