Transcript CHAPTER 14 Education and Religion

SOCIOLOGY THE STUDY OF HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS
CHAPTER 14
Education and Religion
Section 1: The Sociology of Education
Section 2: The Sociology of Religion
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Section 1: The Sociology of Education
Objectives:
 Explain how the views of functionalist,
conflict, and interactionist sociologists differ
concerning education.
 Identify some of the current issues in
American education.
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Section 1: The Sociology of Education
Comparing Functionalist, Conflict, and
Interactionist Perspectives of Education
 Functionalist – schools help maintain the stability and
smooth operation of society
 Conflict – the educational system serves to limit the
potential of certain people and groups to gain power
and social rewards
 Interactionist – students’ educational achievements
and success are shaped in part by teacher-student
interactions
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Section 1: The Sociology of Education
Current Issues in
American Education
 Educational Reform – to address a decline in
the level of the quality of education; has led to
some improvements
 Educational Alternatives – provides school
choice through vouchers, charter schools, and
options such as homeschooling
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Section 1: The Sociology of Education
Current Issues in
American Education
(continued)
 Violence in the Schools – has led to the use of
security measures; zero tolerance policies, and
conflict-resolution programs
 Bilingual Education – controversial,
particularly in states with many Hispanics; has
led to “English Only” movement
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Section 2: The Sociology of Religion
Objectives:
 Identify the basic societal needs that religion
serves.
 Describe the distinctive features of religion in
American society.
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Section 2: The Sociology of Religion
Functions of Religion
 Social Cohesion – strengthening of bonds
among people
 Social Control – encourages conformity to the
norms of society
 Emotional Support – to provide emotional
support during difficult times
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Section 2: The Sociology of Religion
Religion in American Society
 Free from persecution
 Culturally diverse
 Highly valued but may be losing influence
 Separation of church and state
 Many believe in God but fewer are affiliated
with religious organizations and even fewer
attend services
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Section 2: The Sociology of Religion
Religion in American Society
(continued)
 Most Americans are monotheistic
 Protestants are most numerous, but the Roman
Catholic Church is the largest single
organization
 Rising participation in fundamentalist and
evangelical Christian groups
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