Quiz – 2 - Education Policy Sociology - Neo-liberal & Global

What is the primary belief of neoliberalism in the context of educational policy?

• The state should fully manage and provide educational services.

• The free market should determine how educational services operate.

• Education should be free for all citizens.

• Education should be managed by international organisations.

Which of the following is closely linked to neoliberalism in educational policy?

• Socialism

• The new right

• Communism

• Anarchism

What does 'endogenous' privatisation in education refer to?

• Selling educational institutions to private companies.

• Introducing private sector practices within public education.

• Outsourcing educational services to foreign companies.

• Eliminating all government funding for education.

Which of the following is an example of 'exogenous' privatisation in education?

• Implementing business-like management in schools.

• Contracting out school cleaning services to a private company.

• Increasing government control over educational content.

• Nationalising private schools.

What is the main goal of marketisation in education?

• To increase state control over educational institutions.

• To make educational institutions operate like private businesses.

• To provide free education to all students.

• To eliminate competition among schools.

How does globalisation influence educational policy?

• By promoting isolationist educational practices.

• By encouraging international comparisons and standards.

• By reducing the importance of education in society.

• By focusing solely on local educational needs.

Which of the following is a potential benefit of privatisation in education?

• Increased government expenditure on education.

• Improved efficiency and quality of educational services.

• Decreased competition among educational institutions.

• Reduced access to education for disadvantaged groups.

What is a common criticism of international comparisons in education?

• They provide valuable insights into educational practices.

• They encourage collaboration between countries.

• They may not account for cultural and contextual differences.

• They lead to increased funding for education.

Which of the following is an example of an international comparison in education?

• The National Curriculum in England.

• The Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA).

• The local school league tables.

• The Ofsted inspection framework.

What is a key feature of neoliberal educational policy since the 1980s?

• Increased state funding for public schools.

• Emphasis on privatisation and marketisation.

• Focus on traditional teaching methods.

• Expansion of state-run educational institutions.