This function is mainly reflected in the following aspects:

1. Cultural transmission function: Education can pass on these cultural achievements to the next generation by imparting various knowledge and skills to students, so that culture can be inherited and developed. In this process, education is not only the transmission of knowledge, but also the transmission of social values, moral norms, codes of conduct and other ideologies.

2. Social transformation function: Education forms public opinion by spreading ideas, which can influence and change social atmosphere and values and promote social progress and development. Education can not only cultivate individuals, but also form a social community by cultivating people with common values and beliefs, thus having an impact on society.

3. Political function: Education also has a certain function in politics. Through education, we can spread our ideas and policy propositions, guide people to form a consensus, and thus maintain social order. In addition, education can also cultivate talents and provide talent support for development.

4. Economic function: Education also plays an important role in economic development. Through education, we can improve their quality and skills and enhance their employability, thus promoting economic development. In addition, education can also promote scientific and technological progress and industrial upgrading, and provide new impetus for economic development.

The role of education in spreading ideas and forming public opinion

First of all, education is an important way to spread ideas. Through education, people can acquire correct ideas and values, thus forming correct public opinion. For example, through school education, students can receive education of patriotism, democracy, rule of law, freedom, equality, justice and mutual assistance, thus forming a positive social atmosphere.

Secondly, education can guide the formation of public opinion. In today's society, with the acceleration of information dissemination, the collision of various ideas and values is becoming more and more fierce. In this case, education can help people form correct public opinion through guidance. For example, by offering relevant courses, the school guides students to pay attention to social hot issues and understand the background and influence of various ideas and values, thus forming a correct public opinion.

Third, education can promote social harmony and stability. Through education, people can understand the background and influence of various ideas and values, thus avoiding misunderstandings and conflicts. At the same time, education can also cultivate people's cultural and moral qualities, enhance people's sense of responsibility and mission, and thus promote social harmony and stability.

Finally, education plays a leading role in innovation. With the continuous development of information technology, people have more and more diversified ways to acquire knowledge. However, for most ordinary people, traditional school education is still one of the most important and reliable sources of knowledge. Through school education, students can master the most basic knowledge, skills and educational methods, and lay the foundation for future development and innovation.