FOR PROFESSOR RYAN

As you complete your weekly reading, answer the questions below.

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There are four theoretical perspectives on education :

· Functionalist

· Conflict

· Feminist

· Symbolic Interactionist

After reading pages 256-266 and reviewing table 14.1 on page 257 in your textbook, choose the theoretical perspective that best explains the role of education in society and answer the questions below.

70 points

Which theoretical perspectives did you chose that best explains the role of education in society?

Type the name of the theoretical perspective you chose

5 points

What does the theoretical perspective you chose say about the role of education in society?

Type your answer here

15 points

As discussed throughout Chapter 14, what are the criticisms of the theoretical perspective you chose?

Type your answer here

15 points

Why do you believe this theoretical perspective best explains the role of education in society? Include specific examples from your personal experiences or observations/interactions with others.

Type your answer here

35 points

You will earn additional points if you correctly submit the worksheet to the assignment dropbox.

5 points

You will earn additional points if you use proper sentence structure, grammar and spelling.

5 points