The Sociology of Education

Which is not a function of education?

• Teaching of Knowledge and Skills
• Encourage Critical Thinking
• Occupational Placement
• Social Integration

True or False, According the the conflict perspective, a higher socioeconomic status sets up a family for success.

• True
• False

Which is not an issue with American education?

• Poorly Trained Teachers
• Violence
• Bilingual Education
• Reforms

This is a popular quote in Japan referring to the number of hours of sleep a student should get, "Pass with __, fail with __."

• 7, 8
• 6, 7
• 5, 6
• 4, 5

True or False, The group your kindergarten teacher splits you into has an influence on your education for the rest of your learning experience.

• True
• False

What was the difference between Japan and the United States' PISA scores?

• 19
• 21
• 23
• 25

According to the video, what should math classes be more focused on?

• Geometry
• Money
• Algebra
• Calculus