W4 Discussion Question 2: Education and Socialization

Purpose: This discussion will help you learn about the social implications of the education system for children. You will consider both the positive and negative implications for current educational practices.

Part 1: Answer the following questions after watching the video below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S294zRodS_4&feature=youtu.be

1. Describe what direct and indirect cultural information is typically taught to children in schools.
2. Do you think the factory school model is still relevant today?
3. Describe how schools may positively impact socialization and child development.

Part 2: Answer the following questions after watching the videos below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYMk3Bk08NA&feature=youtu.be & https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtmhJShECtA

1. Describe how schools may negatively impact socialization and perpetuate educational inequalities
2. What is the school to prison pipeline?
3. Many schools are now adapting to providing on-line instruction. What ways do you think schools could increase socialization in online education for both primary and secondary students?