1. REMINDERS!!!! Tomorrow last day for Food Drive Turn In Projects-Race & Ethnicity Quiz Tomorrow!!!! Pass forward the “Comparing Issues in U.S. Education” Essay

2. OBJECTIVES [QUIZ TOMORROW] Identify the major social functions of schooling. (Perspectives) Define the concept of the hidden curriculum. Outline the major problems in U.S. schooling. (Essay)

3. Match the following examples with F, C, or I for each perspective. 1 Students learn about how to participate in the U.S. democracy. 2 Students recite the pledge of allegiance to begin the school day. 3 Students learn the same material and values no matter their background. 4 Marlington high school offers a career tech option based on the oil and gas industry. 5 More schools are getting computers for their students as technology becomes more ingrained in society. 6 Some schools are able to pay more for local schools through property taxes. 7 Students are placed in advanced classes. 8 World History curriculum is from a European perspective. 9 Doctors need to have a medical license in order to practice (work) medicine. 10 The teacher encourages students to reach for high expectations in an advanced class. 11 Students learn appropriate communication with adults. A

4. Define the concept of hidden curriculum. Provide three examples of hidden curriculum. Be sure to explain how the examples meet the definition of hidden curriculum. B

5. Choose two important issues in U.S. education. Explain why you believe they are most important issues. Provide at least three reasons to support your belief. C

6. ACROSS CULTURES Read the “Passing the Test in Korea” passage on page 188 in your textbook. Read the following link titled “Global Perspective on Education.” http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study- guides/sociology/education/global-perspective- on-education http://www.cliffsnotes.com/study- guides/sociology/education/global-perspective- on-education Compare and contrast the U.S. education system with other countries education systems.