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1. Discuss the impact of social class and family background on the educational achievement of the student. Are there any other factors that affect the educational achievement of the student? Many scholars, in particular, conflict theorists argue that the education system serves the interest of ruling class, in maintaining their social dominance in the society. Critically evaluate this argument.
2. Our education system is structured in such a way that 'some students get ahead and others stay locked in their social class status'. Discuss
3. Outline and critically appraise Emile Durkheim's contention that education establishes and maintains social consensus and solidarity through its socializing function.
4. Explain and appraise Emile Durkheim's theory of 'moral education'. Discuss whether Durkheim's argument regarding discipline serves the same function today.
5. Critically examine the functionalists' contention that schools operate on meritocratic principles.
6. Using one or more theoretical perspectives thought in this course, discuss the role of education in our society.
7. Critically examine whether education reproduces inequality in our society. Discuss whether and how egalitarian reforms can overcome this problem.
8. Critically evaluate the debate surrounding the effectiveness and equity of 'tracking' in education.
9. Discuss the impact of social class and family background on the educational achievement of the student. Are there any other factors that affect the educational achievement of the student?
10. Does gender play a role in educational performance and attainment? Use both existing empirical research and theoretical perspectives in your discussion.
11. You can come up with your own research topic/question, which is relevant to what we study in this course. If you are writing your paper on a topic of your own choosing, you have to get the question approved from the lecturer.
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