This podcast outlines the functionalist view of education by outlining the ideas of Durkheim, Parsons, Davis & Moore

Unit 1 The role & purpose of education: functionalist view

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An overview of the neo-liberal & New Right perspectives on the role and purpose of education, discussing similarities and differences with the functionalist approach.  Discussion includes the concepts of marketisation and parentocracy

Unit 1: Role & Purpose of Education: Neo-liberal / New Right perspective

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Unit 1: The Role & Purpose of Education: Marxist view

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Unit 1 The role & purpose of education: functionalist view

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