Question 1

Which form of educational organization has youths grouped into the same school and exposed to the same curriculum,and has relatively large numbers directed to higher education?

Accepted Answer

Contest mobility refers to an educational system where students compete on equal terms, with the same curriculum, and those who perform well are directed towards higher education.

Question 2

In a conversation with his mother,Abdul is pleading to be transferred to a different school,arguing that his current school racializes minority students.When asked to explain,what would Abdul say?

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Question 3

When Ada attended high school in the 1950s,home economics was a course offered for female students while male students were allowed to take wood shop and auto mechanics.What term describes this course arrangement?

Accepted Answer

The course arrangement described in the question reflects gender traditionalism, which encourages individuals to adhere to traditional gender roles and expectations. Girls were expected to take courses related to domestic skills, such as home economics, while boys were encouraged to take courses related to manual skills, such as wood shop and auto mechanics.

Question 4

According to the text,what are the progressive attitudes associated with education?

Accepted Answer

The text states that progressive attitudes associated with education include support of civil liberties, appreciation of ethnic diversity, and social justice.

Question 5

Which statement best reflects a structural-functionalist view of school functions?

Accepted Answer

The structural-functionalist view of school functions emphasizes the role of schools in transmitting universal social values and norms, such as individual rights and equality, to the next generation. Schools are seen as important institutions for socialization and for promoting social integration and cohesion.

Question 6

Whose work provides the basis for progressive pedagogy?

Accepted Answer

John Dewey is considered the father of progressive education, which emphasizes the child's experience and learning through active involvement in problem-solving and critical thinking. Dewey's theories and writings have been instrumental in shaping modern educational practices.

Question 7

What does the term progressive pedagogy mean?

Accepted Answer

Progressive pedagogy is based on the idea that schooling should be less structured and focus on nurturing individual qualities and strengths. It emphasizes active learning, critical thinking, and collaboration. This approach to education values the whole child rather than just academic achievement and embraces diversity in teaching and learning styles.

Question 8

Kendra worked hard in high school and was accepted into her university of choice.In contrast,Zelda did not always work in high school and after graduation was not accepted into any university.Which aspect of the school selection processes would structural-functionalists say this illustrates?

Accepted Answer

Structural-functionalists would argue that Kendra's acceptance into her university of choice is a result of her hard work and dedication, which is rewarded by the education system. This reinforces the importance of education and encourages individuals to strive for success.

Question 9

When did governments across Canada give public high schools the mandate to retain as many youth for as many years possible as a result of seeing education as increasingly necessary for economic prosperity and the development of individual citizens?

Accepted Answer

Following World War II, the Canadian government recognized the importance of education in the development of individual citizens and economic prosperity. As a result, they began to give public high schools the mandate to retain as many youth as possible for as many years as possible.

Question 10

Keisha,a bright and hardworking student,was in her guidance counsellor's office discussing course selection.Keisha's dream was to be a doctor,but the counsellor,knowing that she was being raised by a sole-support parent,discussed the practicality of her taking courses that would get her into a good college to become a nurse's aide.As a result,Keisha left the office with a course schedule of college-designated courses.Which statement best describes what transpired?

Accepted Answer

Keisha was advised to take a specific path (college-designated courses) that aligns with a more immediate and practical career goal (nurse's aide) rather than pursuing the broader and potentially more challenging goal of becoming a doctor, indicating she was streamed into a particular educational and career path.

Question 11

Hans,an exchange student from Germany,was describing his elementary and high school years to his Canadian classmates.At the age of 11,he and his classmates had to write a qualifying exam and those who passed (and he was one of them)were allowed entrance into the Gymnasium and those who did not pass went to the Hauptschule.In his final year,he wrote the Abitur exam and went on to university,while Hauptschule students went on to vocational studies.What term describes Hans' educational arrangement?

Accepted Answer

Hans' educational arrangement is described as sponsored mobility, where students are selected and placed into different educational tracks based on their performance in exams, leading to different future opportunities.

Question 12

Which of the following more closely approximates a total institution?

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A boarding school is a more closely approximate example of a total institution because it is a place where individuals live, work, and study within a closed environment that imposes strict rules and regulations on their behavior. This is similar to total institutions like prisons and psychiatric hospitals, where inmates are subject to strict control over all aspects of their lives. While universities, public schools, and online education may have some rules and regulations, they do not typically exercise the same level of total control over individuals as seen in boarding schools or total institutions.

Question 13

What does the text conclude about the Maclean's magazine Canadian university rankings?

Accepted Answer

The text states that the rankings create an artificial image of hierarchy among universities and that some university administrators actually dislike the rankings. Therefore, choice B is the best conclusion that can be drawn. The text does not suggest that the rankings provide a standard of excellence or have legitimate prestige associated with them, so choices C and D are incorrect. Choice A may be true in some cases but it is not the main conclusion of the text.

Question 14

When comparing males and females in education,which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

According to statistics from the National Center for Education Statistics, as of 2017, women surpassed men in educational attainment for associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees. Women still lag behind men in doctoral degrees, but the gap is closing. Therefore, statement A is the most accurate as it reflects the current trend in female educational attainment. Statements B, C, and D are not accurate based on current statistics.

Question 15

Jill believes that present-day education has become totally rationalized.Which statement would she assert as support of her argument?

Accepted Answer

Option B suggests that education has become rationalized because it is focused on standardization and testing, reducing the diversity of approaches and teaching strategies.

Question 16

Which group of children will fare better in school because of an advantaged home environment?

Accepted Answer

Affluent children are more likely to have access to resources such as a home library, tutoring services, extracurricular activities, and private schools which can enhance their academic achievement. Meanwhile, immigrant children may struggle with language barriers and adapting to a new culture, and intelligence and race do not necessarily indicate an advantaged home environment.

Question 17

Danielle was admitted to a very prestigious elementary school because her father was on the board of directors.With this education,she was admitted to a private high school whose graduates are accepted into the "best" universities,ensuring a strong educational base for a prestigious professional career.What has Danielle experienced?

Accepted Answer

Danielle has experienced access to stratified education, as she has been able to attend prestigious schools with a strong reputation for providing a high-quality education. Her admission to these schools was likely based on her family's social status or connections, rather than on her own academic or personal achievements. This is an example of how access to education can be stratified based on social class and other factors.

Question 18

Riverview College School is a private co-ed boarding school attended by those who can afford the $45,000 annual tuition.Which statement best identifies how this school works as a powerful socializer of dominant class values?

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Question 19

According to the text,which statement best illustrates a conclusion made about a comparison of males and females in education today?

Accepted Answer

The text states that "nowadays, there are higher numbers of female students entering universities than ever before," indicating that more women are attending university than men. Therefore, option B is the best choice. Options A, C, and D are incorrect based on the information provided in the text.

Question 20

According to the text,what conclusion can be made regarding measured learning and inequality in education?

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Quiz 13: Education