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ESC3701 Assignment 4 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2024 (628263) - DUE 23 July 2024
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- University Of South Africa
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ESC3701Assignment 4
(COMPLETE
ANSWERS)
2024 (628263) -
DUE 23 July
2024
, 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 are pivotal institutions in modern societies, serving not only as centers of academic
learning but also as crucial agents of socialization. Within this framework, individuals not only
acquire knowledge and skills but also develop their identities and roles within society. This essay
examines the role of schools as socialization agents, exploring their functions and the social
complexities they entail from the perspectives of functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic
interactionism.
2. Functions of the School
Schools fulfill several key functions in society, including the transmission of knowledge and
skills, social integration, socialization, and selection and allocation of individuals into various
social roles and positions. They provide a structured environment where individuals learn to
interact with authority figures, peers, and societal norms, preparing them for their future roles as
productive members of society.
3. Social Complexities: Perspectives on Schooling
Functionalism and Schooling
Functionalism views society as a system of interrelated parts that work together to maintain
stability and equilibrium. From this perspective, schools play a vital role in socializing
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