,HED4809 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2025
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QUESTION 1 Multiple Choice Questions To answer the question, write
e.g. 10 B
1. Do you agree that the hidden curriculum primarily serves to uphold
existing power structures, as suggested by Conflict Theory? Why or why
not? (2)
a) Yes, because the hidden curriculum transmits dominant cultural
values that reinforce existing social hierarchies.
b) No, because the hidden curriculum mainly helps students
understand societal norms rather than enforce power dynamics.
c) Yes, because the hidden curriculum is intentionally designed to
prioritize individual achievement over collective values.
d) No, because the hidden curriculum promotes only educational
standards without any influence on societal power structures.
A – The hidden curriculum transmits dominant cultural values that
reinforce existing social hierarchies. Conflict Theory argues that
education maintains existing power structures by subtly promoting
dominant ideologies and reinforcing class divisions.
, 2. How would you evaluate the effectiveness of role differentiation in
achieving social solidarity versus encouraging individualism in students?
(2)
a) Role differentiation promotes social solidarity by teaching students
to work in groups toward common goals.
b) Role differentiation encourages individualism by assigning specific
roles that may limit collaborative learning.
c) Role differentiation strikes a balance by encouraging students to
develop individual skills that contribute to collective goals.
d) Role differentiation has no impact on either social solidarity or
individualism in educational settings.
C – Role differentiation strikes a balance by encouraging students to
develop individual skills that contribute to collective goals. It helps
students develop personal competencies while ensuring they
contribute to social cohesion.
3. What criteria would you use to assess whether Robert Dreeben’s
concept of achievement is equally applicable to all students, regardless
of background? (2)
a) Evaluating whether achievement is measured by standardized tests.
b) Assessing whether all students, regardless of background, have equal
access to resources that support achievement.
- DUE 2025; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted
solutions and explanations. For assistance,
QUESTION 1 Multiple Choice Questions To answer the question, write
e.g. 10 B
1. Do you agree that the hidden curriculum primarily serves to uphold
existing power structures, as suggested by Conflict Theory? Why or why
not? (2)
a) Yes, because the hidden curriculum transmits dominant cultural
values that reinforce existing social hierarchies.
b) No, because the hidden curriculum mainly helps students
understand societal norms rather than enforce power dynamics.
c) Yes, because the hidden curriculum is intentionally designed to
prioritize individual achievement over collective values.
d) No, because the hidden curriculum promotes only educational
standards without any influence on societal power structures.
A – The hidden curriculum transmits dominant cultural values that
reinforce existing social hierarchies. Conflict Theory argues that
education maintains existing power structures by subtly promoting
dominant ideologies and reinforcing class divisions.
, 2. How would you evaluate the effectiveness of role differentiation in
achieving social solidarity versus encouraging individualism in students?
(2)
a) Role differentiation promotes social solidarity by teaching students
to work in groups toward common goals.
b) Role differentiation encourages individualism by assigning specific
roles that may limit collaborative learning.
c) Role differentiation strikes a balance by encouraging students to
develop individual skills that contribute to collective goals.
d) Role differentiation has no impact on either social solidarity or
individualism in educational settings.
C – Role differentiation strikes a balance by encouraging students to
develop individual skills that contribute to collective goals. It helps
students develop personal competencies while ensuring they
contribute to social cohesion.
3. What criteria would you use to assess whether Robert Dreeben’s
concept of achievement is equally applicable to all students, regardless
of background? (2)
a) Evaluating whether achievement is measured by standardized tests.
b) Assessing whether all students, regardless of background, have equal
access to resources that support achievement.
