SED2601 ASSIGNMENT 2 – FULL ANSWERS (25 JUNE 2025)

Description

This assignment for SED2601 critically examines how education and other social institutions are influenced by and contribute to society, drawing on sociological theories such as functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism. It begins by defining core concepts including meritocracy, social class, and micro- vs macro-sociological approaches.

The assignment then discusses how culture and values are transmitted in the classroom, the criticisms of functionalism, and the role of the family as a social institution. It also covers the government’s role, schooling systems, social placement, and the impact of religion and school climate on learners. Key theories are applied to real-life examples, offering a balanced view of how society shapes individuals through institutions like family, school, and religion.