Functionalist Perspective of Education: Durkheim and Parsons

Functionalist Perspective of Education: Durkheim and Parsons

Introduction on Functionalist Perspective of Education Education is one of the most vital social institutions that shapes individuals and sustains social order. From a sociological perspective, education is not only a means to acquire knowledge but also a mechanism through which societies transmit culture, values, and norms across generations. Among the classical and modern sociologists, … Read more

Education and Socialization: A Sociological Perspective

Functionalist Perspective of Education: Durkheim and Parsons

Education and socialization are two interrelated processes that shape human behavior, attitudes, and social roles within society. From a sociological point of view, education is not merely a means of acquiring knowledge or skills, but a fundamental institution through which societies transmit culture, maintain social order, and reproduce their structure across generations. Socialization, on the … Read more

Introduction to Sociology of Education: A Sociological Perspective

Liberal Perspective of Education: John Dewey and Ivan Illich

Introduction Education is one of the most fundamental institutions of human society. It not only transmits knowledge and skills but also plays a crucial role in shaping individuals’ values, behavior, and social identities. The Sociology of Education is a specialized subfield of sociology that studies the relationship between education and society. It examines how educational … Read more

Meaning and Types of Socialization in Sociological Aspect

Characteristics of Indian Village Community: A Sociological Perspective

Introduction Society and the individual are inseparably connected. No individual can exist in isolation, and no society can function without individuals who follow certain norms, values, and cultural practices. The link between the two is built through socialization, a fundamental sociological process that shapes human personality, integrates people into the social structure, and ensures cultural … Read more