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Topic
We viewed and discussed the documentary “School: The Story of American Public Education/ The Common School: 1770 –1890.”
A) Provide one example of functionalist theory in the film that was present when the American Public Education system was founded. What are the specific elements of the theory that are manifested in your example?
B) Provide one example of conflict theory that emerged in the American Public Education system in practice. What are the specific elements of the theory that are manifested in your example?
C) Name two education system characteristics discussed in the film that are present today; be specific. (one page)