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Functions of Education

Manifest functions of education include passing on knowledge, creating new knowledge, and credentialing individuals for the workforce. Latent functions involve unintended consequences like socialization into a workforce schedule, providing childcare, and facilitating social interactions. Understanding these functions helps analyze the role of education in maintaining social order and stability.

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Education serves multiple functions in society, primarily categorized into manifest and latent functions. Manifest functions are the intended outcomes, such as knowledge acquisition and skill development, which are essential for personal and societal growth. In contrast, latent functions are the uni...

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Key Terms

Manifest Functions
Intended and recognized outcomes of education.

Example: Teaching math skills in school.

Latent Functions
Unintended and often hidden outcomes of education.

Example: Forming friendships in school.

Socialization
The process of learning social norms and values.

Example: Children learning to share in preschool.

Cultural Transmission
The process of passing cultural values from one generation to another.

Example: Teaching history in schools.

Educational Policy
Guidelines and rules that govern educational systems.

Example: Laws regarding school attendance.

Curriculum
The subjects and content taught in schools.

Example: Math, science, and literature classes.

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The hierarchical arrangement of individuals in society based on wealth, education, and power.
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The study of how people learn and the psychological processes involved.
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Key Concepts

Manifest FunctionsLatent FunctionsSocializationCultural Transmission