TUTO WEEK 4

By using a comparison table, discuss the formal and informal school

Culture.

DEFINITION: School culture is the set of shared values, beliefs and norms that
influence the way teachers, pupils and headteachers think, express, feel and
behave in and out of school compounds. School culture is demonstrated through
symbols, songs, dressing, school vision, mission, and core values.

FORMAL SCHOOL CULTURE INFORMAL SCHOOL CULTURE

Structure and Rules: Formal school Flexibility and Adaptability: Informal

culture tends to prioritize clear structures school cultures tend to be more flexible
and rules. There's often a hierarchy in and adaptable. There may be less rigid
place, with clearly defined roles for structures and rules, allowing for more
administrators, teachers, and students creativity and innovation.

Emphasis on Discipline: Discipline is Emphasis on Relationships:

usually emphasized in formal school
cultures. There are strict protocols for
behavior, attendance, and academic
performance
Relationships between students,
teachers, and administrators are often
prioritized in informal school cultures.
There's a focus on creating a supportive
and nurturing environment.

Uniformity: There's often an emphasis on Individuality: There's a greater

uniformity in formal school cultures, both acceptance of individuality and diversity
in terms of behavior and academic in informal school cultures. Students may
standards. Students are expected to have more freedom to express
conform to established norms themselves and pursue their interests.

Evaluation and Assessment: Evaluation Student-Centered Learning: There's an

and assessment are typically formalized, emphasis on student-centered learning
with grades and standardized tests approaches, where the interests and
playing a significant role in measuring needs of the students are central to the
student progress educational experience