Answer to Question #204435 in Sociology for Alicia Geel

Question

What does conflict theory argue about the role of schools in capitalist society? Start your answer: Conflict theorists argue that ...

Answer 1

Conflict theorists argue that schools sort along distinct class and ethnic lines. Conflict theory sees the purpose of education as maintaining social inequality and preserving the power of those who dominate society. Conflict theorists do not believe that public schools reduce social inequality. Rather, they believe that the educational system reinforces and perpetuates social inequalities that arise from differences in class, gender, race, and ethnicity. The fulfillment of one's education is closely linked to social class.