Question 1

Conflict theorists believe that education contributes to the maintenance of society and provides people with an opportunity for self-enhancement and upward social mobility.From this perspective,students must be taught to put the group's needs ahead of their individual desires and aspirations.

Accepted Answer

Conflict theorists believe that education perpetuates social inequality and reinforces the existing power structures. They argue that educational systems serve as a means of social control and reproduce the status quo by providing advantages to certain groups while disadvantaging others. They also emphasize that education should empower individuals to critically analyze and challenge the unequal distribution of power and resources in society instead of promoting conformity and obedience to authority. Therefore, conflict theorists would argue against teaching students to prioritize the group's needs over their individual aspirations.

Question 2

Preindustrial societies existed before the invention of reading and writing.These societies have no written language and are characterized by very basic technology and a simple division of labor.Daily activity often centers around the struggle to survive against natural forces,and the earliest forms of education are survival oriented.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Preindustrial societies existed before the invention of...

Question 3

Founded to overcome racism experienced by this population of students in traditional four-year colleges and to shrink the high dropout rate among college students of this same population,37 colleges are now chartered and run by ___________.

Accepted Answer

The passage states that the colleges were founded to address racism and a high dropout rate among college students of a certain population. This population is not explicitly named, but the only option provided that fits the criteria is Native American nations. Therefore, the correct answer is B.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a reason given by parents for preferring to home-school their children?

Accepted Answer

The cost of public education is not typically cited by parents as a reason for preferring to home-school their children. The most commonly cited reasons are concern about the school environment, the desire to provide religious or moral instruction, and dissatisfaction with the academic instruction available at traditional schools.

Question 5

In 2003,two U.S.Supreme Court decisions-Grutter v.Bollinger and
Gratz v.Bollinger-made it legal to use __________ as a factor for
Universities to grant preferential treatment in admissions.

Accepted Answer

The two Supreme Court decisions mentioned made it legal for universities to use race as a factor for granting preferential treatment in admissions, as a means of promoting diversity and ensuring equal opportunity for underrepresented groups.

Question 6

To date,the most deadly school shootings occurred on the campus of:

Accepted Answer

The deadliest school shooting in U.S. history occurred on April 16, 2007, at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. 32 people were killed and 17 others were injured by a student who had a history of mental illness.

Question 7

As societies industrialize,the need for formal education of the masses increases significantly.In the United States,the free public school movement was started in 1848 by Horace Mann.

Accepted Answer

Horace Mann did indeed start the free public school movement in the United States in 1848.

Question 8

According to the American Association of Community Colleges,there are a total of 1,167 community colleges (including public and private colleges) in the United States,and these institutions enroll almost 12.4 million students in credit and noncredit courses.Community college enrollment accounts for __________ percent of all U.S.undergraduates.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to the American Association of Community...

Question 9

The term used to describe a situation in which a person who is better
Qualified but denied enrollment in an educational program or employment
In a specific position as a result of another person receiving preferential
Treatment as a result of affirmative action is called:

Accepted Answer

Reverse discrimination refers to a situation where someone who is considered to be in the majority group is denied an opportunity in favor of someone who belongs to a minority group, even though the majority candidate may be more qualified or deserving. This is often seen as a negative consequence of affirmative action policies, which are designed to address historical imbalances and increase diversity in education and employment. Discrimination (A) generally refers to any unfair or differential treatment of individuals or groups based on certain characteristics, such as race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Prejudice (C) refers to preconceived ideas or attitudes about others that are not based on actual experience or knowledge. Inequality (D) refers to any situation where there is an unequal distribution of resources, opportunities or privileges among individuals or groups.

Question 10

There appears to be a lack of faculty diversity.White Americans make up 78 percent of all full-time faculty members,as compared with __________ percent of African Americans,3.5 percent of Hispanic Americans,and .5 percent of Native Americans.

Accepted Answer

According to the information provided, 3.5 percent of Hispanic Americans and .5 percent of Native Americans make up the full-time faculty members. Therefore, the missing percentage would be the percentage of Asian Americans or other minority groups, which is not specified. Option C, 5.5 percent, is the closest to representing these groups.

Question 11

Education serves an important purpose in all societies.At the microlevel,people must acquire the basic knowledge and skills they need to survive in society.At the macrolevel,the social institution of education is an essential component in maintaining and perpetuating the culture of a society across generations.

Accepted Answer

Education does serve important purposes at both the micro and macro level in society.

Question 12

One of the greatest challenges facing community colleges today is __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of the greatest challenges facing community...

Question 13

There is much debate about whether the cost of higher education is worth the expense.In 2009,high school graduates earned $31,283 on average as compared to those with a bachelor's degree,who earned __________.

Accepted Answer

In 2009, individuals with a bachelor's degree earned significantly more than high school graduates, with an average income of $58,613, highlighting the potential financial benefits of higher education.

Question 14

___________ is a term describing policies or procedures that are intended to promote equal opportunity for categories of people deemed to have been previously excluded from equality in education,employment,and other fields on the basis of characteristics such as race or ethnicity.

Accepted Answer

Affirmative action is a set of policies or procedures designed to promote equal opportunity for historically underrepresented or marginalized groups, such as minorities and women. This can involve proactive measures such as outreach programs, quotas, and preferential treatment in hiring and admissions. The goal is to address historical discrimination and promote diversity in education, employment, and other areas. While affirmative action is often controversial and criticized as reverse discrimination, proponents argue that it is necessary to address systemic inequality and ensure equal opportunities for all.

Question 15

Community colleges provide significant educational opportunities to
Students across lines of income,gender,and race/ethnicity.Which of the following statements about community colleges is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Community colleges provide significant educational opportunities to
Students...

Question 16

Harassment is just one problem facing students.Today,officials in schools ranging from the elementary years to two-year colleges and four-year universities are focusing on how to reduce or eliminate:

Accepted Answer

The paragraph states that harassment is one problem facing students, but then goes on to mention that officials are focusing on reducing or eliminating issues such as violence. This suggests that violence may be a more pressing issue in schools, making option C the best choice. The other options - integration, segregation, and grade inflation - may still be concerns, but they are not directly mentioned in the paragraph as items officials are currently focused on.

Question 17

A primary purpose of __________ was to close the achievement gap between rich and poor students by holding schools accountable for students' learning.The law required states to test every student's progress toward meeting specific standards that were established for each level of schooling.

Accepted Answer

The description matches the objectives and requirements of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act.

Question 18

According to the Chronicle of Higher Education (2010),the average tuition and fees per year at a public four-year institution are __________,as compared to $22,449 at a private four-year institution.

Accepted Answer

The question states that the average tuition and fees per year at a public four-year institution are compared to $22,449 at a private four-year institution. Therefore, the answer choice that makes the most sense would be in between $0 and $22,449. Option C) $6,319 is the only answer choice within that range.

Question 19

A large number of minority students receive a higher-quality education in __________ schools than they would in the public schools.

Accepted Answer

Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated by private organizations, allowing them more flexibility to tailor their curriculum and teaching methods to better serve the needs of the students. Minority students in urban areas, in particular, have benefited from attending charter schools that offer smaller class sizes, individualized attention, and high-quality teachers. However, it is important to note that not all charter schools are equally effective and some have faced criticism for issues such as lack of accountability and segregation.

Question 20

__________ typically offer a general education curriculum that gives students exposure to multiple disciplines and ways of knowing,along with more in-depth study (know as a "major") in at least one area of concentration.

Accepted Answer

Four year schools typically offer a general education curriculum along with a major in a specific discipline. Community colleges may not offer as in-depth study in a specific area, vocational schools focus on specific vocational skills, and charter schools vary in their educational approach.

Quiz 16: Education