Sociology-socialisation (u1) Flashcards
Define socialisation
The process where people learn the norms and values of a society.
Define primary socialisation
It is the first stage of learning where the family teaches us fundamental behaviors appropriate for society.
Define secondary socialisation
The way behavior is learned through other agents other than the family.
what is the definition of agent of soclialisation?
Individuals who are socilaised through different people & things.
The 6 informal agents of socialisation
-Family
-Education
-Religion
-Media
-Workplace
-Peer groups
The 4 formal agents of socialisation
-Police
-Courts
-Government
-Military
Define Norms
Unwritten/unspoken rules of behavior of everyday life.
Define values
Beliefs & morals that an individual or community holds deeply influence their actions.
What is the definition of Nature?
The idea that social behavior is biological or innate
What is the definition of Nurture?
The idea that social behavior is learnt through the action of those around us.
6 marker structure
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What is social control?
Process of persuading or forcing individuals to conform to norms & values.
What is formal social control?
The mechanisms society uses to control an individual to conform to society through forms of praise/criticisms or reward/punishment.
What is informal social control?
The mechanisms of reward/punishment
What is the definition of Roles?
A part a person plays within society, a group or situation.
