Question 1

What is institutional racism?

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A form of systemic discrimination and prejudice that is embedded within the policies, practices, and structures of social institutions, resulting in unequal treatment and outcomes for certain racial or ethnic groups.

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Individual acts of racism carried out by specific individuals.

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The celebration and promotion of multiculturalism within society.

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The belief that one race is inherently superior to others.

Question 2

What is streaming in education?

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The practice of grouping students into different classes or educational tracks based on their perceived ability or academic performance.

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The process of delivering educational content through live video streams.

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The practice of evaluating students solely based on standardized tests.

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The grouping of students by age in educational settings.

Question 3

What is the self-fulfilling prophecy?

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A concept developed by Robert Merton which states that when individuals believe in a certain outcome or expectation, they tend to act in ways that make that outcome more likely to occur.

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A theory that emphasizes the importance of inherited traits in determining individual success.

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A theory that suggests that social inequality is inevitable and necessary for societal functioning.

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A theory that states that individuals are shaped by their social interactions and the social institutions around them.

Question 4

What is social mobility?

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The movement of individuals or groups between different social positions or social classes.

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The process of acquiring social skills and competencies.

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The redistribution of wealth and resources within a society.

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The integration of diverse cultures and ethnicities.

Question 5

What is cultural reproduction?

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The process by which existing cultural values, norms, and practices are passed down from one generation to the next, perpetuating social inequalities.

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The process of transmitting cultural knowledge through formal education.

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The process of cultural change and evolution over time.

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The process of integrating multiple cultures into a cohesive society.

Question 6

What is the hidden curriculum?

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The informal and implicit messages conveyed to students through the norms, values, and behaviors that are taught in schools.

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The curriculum that is hidden from parents and guardians.

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The curriculum that focuses on teaching life skills and personal development.

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The formal curriculum that is explicitly taught in schools.

Question 7

What is meritocracy?

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A system in which individuals achieve social status, power, and resources based on their individual merit or abilities.

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A system in which social status is determined by social class or family background.

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A system in which social status is determined by political connections.

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A system in which social status is determined by luck or chance.

Question 8

What is cultural capital?

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The knowledge, skills, education, and other cultural assets that individuals possess, which can be used to gain advantages in society.

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The monetary value of cultural artifacts and heritage.

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The economic resources available within a society.

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The physical infrastructure of cultural institutions and organizations.

Question 9

What is socialisation?

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The process by which individuals learn and internalize the values, attitudes, and norms of society.

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The process of conforming to social expectations.

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The process of becoming a member of a social group.

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The process of acquiring knowledge and skills in education.

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