Education is simply one feature of society and socialization. It involves the gaining of knowledge, both formally or informally and learning of skills. It often helps to shape beliefs and moral values.

Durkheim thinks that education as the transmission of society's norms and principles. Education, particularly the teaching of history, provides a link between the individual and society. If history of a particular culture is bought alive to children, they will come to see that they are part of something superior to themselves and build up a sense of dedication to the common group. A clear example of this can be seen from the educational practices in the USA, where students are thought about things that personify the American values of equality and achievement. Students in America are socialized into a commitment to society as a whole. Durkheim's basic theoretical position was that the education system should be...