According to the Text, Functionalist Theorists Contend That One Purpose

question 39

Multiple Choice

According to the text, functionalist theorists contend that one purpose social institutions serve is to

• A) ensure the stability and continuance of society.
• B) provide for some segments of society at the expense of others.
• C) distribute power to the various segments of society unequally.
• D) shape individual identity and personality.

Discuss the principles of equity and procedural justice in the context of motivation.

Evaluate the effects of diversity on motivational challenges within a multicultural workforce.

Understand the relationship between ability, motivation, and performance, and describe motivational models applicable in global contexts.

Understand the concept and importance of learning in behavior modification.

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Definitions:

Educational Achievement

The attainment of educational goals and milestones, such as degrees or certifications, which reflect an individual's level of knowledge and skills acquired through study.

Hidden Curriculum

The unspoken or implicit academic, social, and cultural messages that are communicated to students while they are in school.

Postsecondary Education

Instruction or learning that takes place following the conclusion of high school, including studies at universities, colleges, or trade schools.

Self-Fulfilling Prophecy

A situation where a belief or expectation, whether accurate or not, affects the outcome of a situation or the way people behave, making the initial belief come true.