In a few words, how would you define socialization?
Learning objective:
identity formation
migration
role of culture in identity formation
The Theory of Socialization
Socialization is the process through which an individual learns the values, beliefs, and norms of society. It helps us learn how to interact with others and form relationships. It is important in helping us develop our identity and find our place in society.
Theory of socialization
Socialization is the process of learning one's culture and how to live within it.
Agents of socialization are the people, groups, and social institutions, such as family, school, and peer groups, that influence our self-concept, attitudes, values, and behavior.
Resocialization is the process of discarding former behavior patterns and attitudes and learning new ones that are appropriate for a new social environment.
Did you know?
Socialization is the process by which people learn and internalize the values, attitudes, and behaviors of their culture. The theory of socialization suggests that the primary agent of socialization is the family. In addition to the family, schools, peer groups, and the mass media also play a role in socialization.
Work together in pairs: What is one way that migration can impact identity formation and how does this differ from the traditional view of identity formation outlined in the Theory of Socialization?
How does the theory of socialization explain the process of individuals acquiring cultural norms and values?
Work together in pairs: What are three primary agents of socialization and how do they help shape an individual's behavior?
Brain break: Draw an ice cream cone. What superpower does the cone have?
Who coined the term 'socialization'?
- Charles Horton Cooley
- Erik Erikson
- Sigmund Freud
- Jean Piaget
What is the definition of socialization?
- The act of participating in social media platforms.
- The process by which individuals acquire the knowledge, language, social skills, and values to conform to the norms and roles required for integration into a group or community.
- The process of forming friendships.
- The study of online interactions.
Which agents of socialization are related to one's family and immediate surroundings?
- Primary Agents
- Tertiary Agents
- Secondary Agents
What is an example of a primary agent of socialization?