ESC3701 Assignment 4 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 (628263) - DUE 23 July 2024 ;10% TRUSTED workings, explanations and solutions
ESC3701 Assignment 4 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 (628263) - DUE 23 July 2024 ;10% TRUSTED workings, explanations and solutions
ESC3701 Assignment 4 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 (628263) - DUE 23 July 2024
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ESC3701 Assignment
4 (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) 2024
(628263) - DUE 23
July 2024 ;100%
TRUSTED
ADMIN
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, As a socialisation agent, the school as a human institution contributes towards
the process of ‘creating a social self’ in an individual in society. Discuss this
statement by referring to the role of the school as socialisation agent in
society within the contexts of functionalism, conflict theory and symbolic
interactionism. Structure your essay as follows: 1. Introduction to the essay:
Discuss the school as organisation and socialisation agent in society. (5) 2.
Body of the essay: Discuss the various functions of the school. (5) 3. Then
present the social complexities related to the school as socialisation agent in
terms of the following perspectives/approaches: • Functionalism and schooling
(10) • Conflict (Marxist) theory and schooling (10) • Symbolic interactionism
and schooling (10) 3. Conclusion: Finalise your essay by summarising the
main points that you raised. Do not include any new sources or new
information in the conclusion. (5) 4. Reference list: Include only those sources
that you have cited in the text in the reference list. The reference list entries
must be arranged in alphabetical order according to author surname. In
writing your essay, consult the sources available on the module site, under e-
Reserves. You may also consult additional articles that you find online by
using Google Scholar. (5) ESC3701/101/0/2024 31 ESSAY-TYPE
1. Introduction:
Schools serve as crucial institutions in society, not only for imparting academic knowledge but
also for shaping individuals into functioning members of society through socialization. As
socialization agents, schools play a significant role in the development of a "social self" within
individuals. This essay explores the multifaceted functions of schools and examines the social
complexities associated with their role in socialization from the perspectives of functionalism,
conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism.
2. Body of the essay:
2.1 Functions of the School: Schools serve several functions beyond academic education. They
provide a structured environment for learning social norms, values, and behaviors. Additionally,
schools foster socialization by promoting cooperation, discipline, and respect for authority
figures. Moreover, schools act as agents of social mobility, providing opportunities for
individuals to acquire knowledge and skills necessary for upward social mobility.
3. Perspectives on Schooling:
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