Question 1

Among the factors that are included in the context of schooling is ______.

Accepted Answer

The context of schooling encompasses all of these factors - families, government, and the general public. Each of these factors plays a role in shaping and influencing the education system. Families provide a home-based foundation for learning, while government policies and funding affect how schools operate. The general public's views and values also impact the priorities and goals of education.

Question 2

According to Meyer and Rowan, corporate schooling is ______.

Accepted Answer

According to Meyer and Rowan, corporate schooling produces education for society, which aligns with the definition of "corporate schooling." Option A, "focused on learning and instruction," may describe any type of schooling, not just "corporate schooling." Option B, "responsive to the needs of children and families," is not necessarily a defining characteristic of "corporate schooling." Option D, "connected to the government," may also describe many different forms of schooling, not just "corporate schooling."

Question 3

Meyer and Rowan argue that schools use standardized or uniform classifications because they provide ______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 4

According to Noguera, ______ is a top factor that reduces a student's academic performance in the classroom.

Accepted Answer

According to Noguera, none of the options listed (genetic predisposition, race, gender) are top factors that directly reduce a student's academic performance in the classroom. Noguera's research and discussions often focus on systemic issues, such as socioeconomic status and educational inequalities, rather than inherent personal characteristics.

Question 5

The Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan works by ______.

Accepted Answer

The Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan works by offering extended day academic activities, delivering literacy development in all content areas, and building academic partnerships in the community.

Question 6

In the Noguera article, it is stated that in cities and towns where poverty is concentrated ______.

Accepted Answer

According to the Noguera article, in cities and towns where poverty is concentrated, all of the given outcomes tend to be true. Rates of interpersonal violence are higher, health indicators are more negative, and stress tends to be worse.

Question 7

According to Semuels, local funding of schools contributes to inequality because ______.

Accepted Answer

Local funding of schools contributes to inequality because wealthy districts have higher taxes and more money to fund education, teachers are less motivated to work in poor districts, and poor schools have fewer resources to address behavioral problems.

Question 8

According to Semuels, why was the No Child Left Behind Act unsuccessful?

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

McCrory Calarco views culture as a "tool kit" which includes ______.

Accepted Answer

McCrory Calarco views culture as a "tool kit" which includes both strategies of action and logics of action.

Question 10

According to McCrory Calarco, children learn culture-based problem-solving from ______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

Which children are most comfortable voicing their needs in school?

Accepted Answer

Children from middle-class families are generally more comfortable voicing their needs in school due to a number of factors including higher levels of parental education and involvement, greater access to resources and opportunities, and stronger social networks. Children from working-class families may feel less empowered to speak up due to economic and social factors, while those who attend private schools may not feel the need to voice their needs as much due to smaller class sizes and more personalized attention. Those who attend public schools may feel comfortable voicing their needs, but this can vary depending on the specific school and student population.

Question 12

Families are part of the social context in which schools operate.

Accepted Answer

Families play a crucial role in shaping the academic and social experiences of children, and their involvement and support can significantly impact a school's success. Therefore, families are an integral part of the social context in which schools function.

Question 13

The federal government is required to provide equal funding for schools.

Accepted Answer

There is no federal law that requires equal funding for schools. School funding is primarily the responsibility of states and local districts. However, the federal government does provide funding to support certain programs and initiatives, such as Title I funding for schools with a high number of low-income students.

Question 14

Meyer and Rowan argued that corporate schooling is based upon loose control and lack of evaluation and inspection.

Accepted Answer

Meyer and Rowan's institutional theory suggests that organizations, including schools, adopt formal structures not necessarily for efficiency but to gain legitimacy and stability by conforming to societal expectations, which can lead to loose control and a lack of rigorous evaluation and inspection.

Question 15

According to Noguera, its teachers, not poverty that are the real obstacles to improving academic outcomes for poor children.

Accepted Answer

Pedro Noguera, an educational scholar, argues that while teachers are crucial to educational success, systemic issues like poverty significantly impact academic outcomes for poor children, suggesting that both teachers and broader societal issues play roles in educational challenges.

Question 16

The Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan is a comprehensive school reform strategy to reduce racism from schools and the classroom.

Accepted Answer

The Broader, Bolder Approach (BBA) reform plan focuses on addressing the root causes of educational inequality, but it does not specifically address reducing racism in schools and classrooms.

Question 17

Middle-class families are more comfortable approaching teachers than working-class families are.

Accepted Answer

Studies show that middle-class families are more likely to be actively involved in their children's education and feel more comfortable approaching teachers, while working-class families may be more intimidated by the education system and less likely to engage with teachers.

Question 18

It is easy for states to provide equal funding across school districts.

Accepted Answer

It is not easy for states to provide equal funding across school districts as funding is often based on local property taxes, which can vary greatly between districts. Additionally, some districts may have greater needs or require more resources, making equal funding allocation a complex and difficult task.

Question 19

Styles of parenting can help reproduce social inequality.

Accepted Answer

Certain styles of parenting, such as those that prioritize strict discipline and conformity, have been found to reinforce existing class and racial divisions in society by reproducing the values and behaviors favored by dominant groups. This can contribute to the perpetuation of social inequality.

Question 20

The United States is one of the only countries that allows local economies to determine the quality of local schools.

Accepted Answer

In the United States, the responsibility for funding and managing public schools is largely decentralized, with states and local communities having significant control over the operation and quality of their own schools. This stands in contrast to many other countries, such as Japan and Finland, where education policy and funding are more centralized and broadly standardized across the country.

Quiz 3: Schooling in a Social Context: Educational Environments