Use the skill of application to show understanding of how the functionalist perspective holds up against the current situation in society.

Step 1: Match the key term (function) to the correct sociologist.

Step 2: Use the links (and any news items you have found) to apply the current situation to each function. Ask yourself- is education still performing this function?

Step 3: Can you find an opposing news article/ evidence to oppose (evaluate) this argument?