Unit Award Scheme

70602 INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have

Evidence needed

shown knowledge of

1at least three reasons why schooling was made compulsory in BritainStudent completed work
2a definition of the term 'hidden curriculum'Student completed work
3one difference between the hidden curriculum, as defined, and the National Curriculum, eg inculcation of values as opposed to explicit subject knowledgeStudent completed work
4at least two effects of social inequality on the attainment of pupilsStudent completed work
5at least two implications of a Marxist view of educationStudent completed work
6at least two advantages and two disadvantages of the 11+ examinationStudent completed work
7the effects of racism on the attainment of pupils.Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 21 January 2014Level - Level One