Question 1

Even though females are enrolled in postsecondary education in greater numbers than males,many still find themselves being guided toward education leading to nursing,social work,and education careers.What term best identifies the reinforcement of these roles for women?

Accepted Answer

The term "gender traditionalism" best identifies the reinforcement of roles for women towards careers like nursing, social work, and education, as it refers to the adherence to traditional gender roles and expectations.

Question 2

Sylvia argues that the very design of mass public schooling ensures that people who are born disadvantaged remain disadvantaged.Which sociological perspective provides the basis for Sylvia's argument?

Accepted Answer

Sylvia's argument aligns with neo-Marxist perspective, which focuses on the role of social class and economic inequality in shaping the education system. Neo-Marxists argue that education reinforces existing social inequalities and reproduces the existing class structure. They view education as a tool for maintaining the dominance of the ruling class and perpetuating social stratification. This perspective suggests that the very design of mass public schooling can have negative consequences for disadvantaged groups, as they may lack the resources and opportunities to succeed in a system designed to benefit those with more privilege.

Question 3

An academically proficient woman of working-class background goes to university on financially plentiful scholarships and while there she meets her future partner,who is connected to the upper echelons of Canada's Foreign Service.They marry and she eventually becomes a senior government bureaucrat.According to the text,how has her education helped her career?

Accepted Answer

The text suggests that the woman's education opened up social networks that enhanced her career opportunities, and that her partner's connections to the upper echelons of the Foreign Service likely also played a role. While there may have been some advantage to her educational qualifications in overcoming gender stigma, and the scholarships she received certainly helped to level the playing field, the text does not emphasize these factors as strongly as it does the social networks and connections that came with her university education. The text does not mention whether or not meritocracy had a role in this case.

Question 4

In the 1960s,what percentage of Canadian university graduates were women?

Accepted Answer

In the 1960s, about 25% of Canadian university graduates were women. It wasn't until later decades that this percentage significantly increased.

Question 5

When it comes to boys and girls in the classroom,boys consistently have more conflict with teachers because they talk out of turn,show up late,don't do their homework,and act out in class.According to sociologists,which term best describes the part of schooling that boys have problems with?

Accepted Answer

The term "hidden curriculum" refers to the unwritten, unofficial, and often unintended lessons, values, and perspectives that students learn in school. It encompasses aspects of schooling that are not part of the formal curriculum, such as behaviors, attitudes, and expectations. Boys having more conflict with teachers due to behaviors like talking out of turn, showing up late, not doing homework, and acting out in class can be seen as a struggle with the hidden curriculum, which includes conforming to the behavioral norms and expectations set by the school culture.

Question 6

Trina,adopting a functionalist perspective,would argue which of the following to be a function of schooling that results in a benefit to society?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Trina,adopting a functionalist perspective,would argue which of...

Question 7

At a parent-teacher meeting,parents adamantly defend their son's faults in math and science and criticize the school system for not addressing his natural gifts in performing arts.Which concept are the parents embracing?

Accepted Answer

The parents are embracing the concept of multiple intelligences, which recognizes that individuals have different strengths and abilities in various areas, including math, science, and performing arts. They seem to be suggesting that the school system is not addressing their son's particular intelligence or strengths in performing arts.

Question 8

Racial and ethnic patterns of educational attainment show a large variation among minority populations.Which of the following does NOT account for this variation?

Accepted Answer

While gender inequality can certainly play a role in disparities in educational attainment, it is not a factor that accounts for the variation specifically among minority populations. The other options (differences in socioeconomic status, immigration policies, and colonization) all contribute to the variation in educational attainment among minority groups.

Question 9

Troy and Tabitha are required to apply human capital theory in an analysis of the Canadian education system.Which of the following research questions would they use?

Accepted Answer

The research question in D directly relates to human capital theory, which states that investments in education lead to increased skills and economic growth. The other options may be relevant to education, but they do not specifically relate to the concept of human capital theory.

Question 10

Evelyn starts high school and finds level one courses challenging;instead,she takes a collection of level two and three courses in order to graduate.However,when she goes to apply to university,she can't get admitted because she hasn't taken enough level one courses.What term best describes the consequences for Evelyn's future educational plans?

Accepted Answer

The term "selection" best describes the consequences for Evelyn's future educational plans because it refers to the process of choosing or being chosen for something, in this case, university admission, which she is unable to achieve due to not meeting the prerequisite course requirements.

Question 11

In New Brunswick,early childhood educators have formed an association and,over the years,have pressured governments to set standards for their occupation,including minimum educational requirements.There is now legislation that has addressed many of this lobby group's interests.What term best describes this process?

Accepted Answer

The process described in the passage is that of professionalization, wherein a group of workers form an association to lobby for standards in their occupation and push for legislation addressing their interests, including minimum educational requirements.

Question 12

According to the text,schools have made progress on many fronts.What statement reflects a criticism?

Accepted Answer

The statement "Schools are continuing to reinforce traditional gender roles" reflects a criticism as it suggests that schools have not made progress on issues of gender equality.

Question 13

According to the text,what is credential inflation?

Accepted Answer

The text states that "credential inflation" is when "increased competition for jobs encourages people to get more diplomas and degrees."

Question 14

Murray Milner suggests that high-school cliques have status functions that are similar to another form of social structure.What is it?

Accepted Answer

Murray Milner suggests that high-school cliques have status functions that are similar to the inequality of India's caste system. Both systems are based on hierarchies and stratification, with individuals having different levels of status and power based on their social position. In both systems, individuals may be limited by their social status and find it difficult to move up the hierarchy.

Question 15

Ola wanted to fit in with the "cool crowd" at school,but "cool crowd" members rarely attended class or did well on tests.Ola started mimicking their behaviour despite the harm it would do to his university entrance marks.According to the text,why would he make this choice?

Accepted Answer

The text states that Ola wanted to fit in with the "cool crowd" at school, indicating that popularity was important to him.

Question 16

Which term describes schooling that rewards talent and a competitive- and achievement-oriented effort?

Accepted Answer

Meritocracy is an educational philosophy that rewards talent and hard work. It emphasizes the importance of individual achievement and is often associated with competition. This philosophy is based on the belief that people should be rewarded based on their abilities and efforts, rather than their social class or background. This contrasts with other educational philosophies, such as democratic education, which emphasizes collaboration and equality among students. The hidden curriculum refers to the unwritten or implicit values and norms that are learned through the socialization process in schools. Functionalism is a sociological perspective that focuses on the ways in which educational institutions serve to maintain social order and stability.

Question 17

Raymond was not a strong student in math or English.However,when he took up the flute in music class,he thrived.Ultimately,he became a music teacher.What change in educational approaches made this possible?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Raymond was not a strong student in...

Question 18

Researchers have made empirical observations that are replicated time and again,showing that students coming from families with lower socioeconomic status in society are disadvantaged in school completion rates,types of programs,and lower grades.According to sociologists,what do these consistent empirical findings form?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Researchers have made empirical observations that are...

Question 19

In a comparison of males and females in education,which statement is the most accurate observation?

Accepted Answer

Women continue to be underrepresented in several high-paying and dynamic fields such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), despite making significant strides in educational attainment overall.

Question 20

Renato arrived in Canada as a child.He worked hard in high school and excelled,receiving high marks in math,English,and science.However,he cannot afford to go to university so he will not be able to pursue his dream of becoming an architect.Instead,he will join his family's business.According to the text,what is Renato's experience an example of?

Accepted Answer

Renato's experience highlights the limitations and inequalities of the education system. Despite his academic excellence, he cannot pursue his dream due to financial constraints. This shows that schools are not always able to eliminate disparities and provide equal opportunities for all students.

Quiz 13: Education