1. Revision for assessment 27/01/15
How much can you remember about what we have learnt in this Unit?
Starter
Rate your understanding on a scale of:
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2. For (functionalist perspective)
Discuss how far sociologists would agree that the main function of schools is to teach children to become good citizens (12 marks)
Introduction – start by defining the key terms from the question, outline what the rest of the essay will be about.
Main part should include at least 3 PEE paragraphs FOR and 3 PEE paragraphs AGAINST
For (functionalist perspective)
Point - answer the question (functionalist perspective)
Explanation – elaborate on your point – add detail.
Evidence / example – add an example.
Against (Marxist perspective)
Start most of the paragraphs with a connective (moreover, furthermore, in addition, also, however, etc.)
Link- Always make sure you link your point back to the question to stop you rambling! -
Conclusion – give a final answer to the question and repeat the main points to back up your answer.
Your essay will count towards your final assessment mark. Deadline is on Thursday to submit your essay.
Students should take note of highlighted writing how to structure a 12 mark essay

3. Task 1: Poster on Education
In small groups, using your notes you will create a poster on one of the following topics.
The five functions of education
Functionalist and Marxist views on education
The hidden curriculum
Social class and achievement
Ethnicity and achievement
Gender and achievement
Students can be spilt into groups of 3’s or 4’s to create a poster on one of the key topics we have covered.
30 Mins

4. What to include Key sociologists Key words and concepts Explanations
How does it affect educational achievement?
Any studies or criticisms

5. Task 2: Complete worksheet
You will now go around and complete your A3 worksheet by visiting all the posters.
Students go around the classroom and complete their A3 worksheet by visiting all the posters.
20 Mins

6. Independent or group revision
Revise for the mock exam independently
10 Mins

7. Home learning
Revise everything we’ve learnt in the education unit for the mock exam.
Remember your 12 mark essay will count towards your final grade.