AGENTS OF SOCIALIZATION Chapter 3 Sociology Mrs. Madison.
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AGENTS OF SOCIALIZATION Chapter 3 – Sociology – Mrs. Madison
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The Family The family is the first group to have a major impact on the development of our “self” Family and Social Class Discipline Skills Development
Transcript of AGENTS OF SOCIALIZATION Chapter 3 Sociology Mrs. Madison.
AGENTS OF SOCIALIZATIONChapter 3 – Sociology – Mrs. Madison
Agents of Socialization
Agents of Socialization: People or groups that affect our self-concept, emotions, attitudes, behaviors, or other orientations toward life.
The Family The family is the first group to have a major impact on the development of our “self”
Family and Social Class Discipline Skills Development
The Neighborhood Poor Neighborhoods vs. Wealthy Neighborhoods
Religion Religion influences values
Day Care Children who attend daycare are more likely to…
The School Latent Functions
Hidden curriculum Corridor Curriculum
Peer Groups Family influence declines as children are exposed to more agents of socialization
Influence of peer groups can be dominating and extend to violating social norms
Sports Teach values as well as physical skills
Profound effect on self-image
Workplace Early jobs teach us skills and influence our view of the world
Anticipatory Socialization Work can become part of our self-image
