A sociologist observes that kindergartners are not just being taught about arts and crafts. They are also being taught how to be students, including skills such as following rules, remaining in their seats, and other things that will be necessary for the rest of their education. What are these skills called?
A) expressions of behavior
B) the hidden curriculum
C) theories of the self
D) the ego

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These skills are part of what is known as the hidden curriculum in education, which includes the unspoken or implicit lessons that are taught in addition to the formal curriculum.

A Sociologist Observes That Kindergartners Are Not Just Being Taught