Some social scientists claim that American schools destroy non-American (e.g., Asian, African, and Hispanic) culture. Do you agree with this statement? Support your argument using symbolic interaction, rational choice, structural-functional, or conflict theory. Include the role of norms and socialization in your response.

What will be an ideal response?


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