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