Agents of Socialization

Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

An overview of how we became who we are....

Why are they important

Agents of socialization teach people what society expects of them. They tell them what is right and wrong, and they give them the skills they need to function as members of their culture.

How do they shape us?

Socialization also helps to ensure members of a society know & understand the rules so they can function effectively in society or within a particular group (Ochs, 1999).

The 6 key Agents of Socialization

Agents of socialization are the people, groups, and social institutions that affect one's self-concept, attitudes, and behaviors. For example, parents, teachers, priests, television personalities, rock stars, etc. Agents of socialization teach people what society expects of them.

Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

An overview of how we became who we are....

We become who we are by interacting with many differnt type of people in our lives

Socialization is the process of learning the norms and customs of a society. Through socialization, people learn how to behave in a way that is acceptable to their culture.

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Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

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Family - Parents - Siblings & More

The family is the primary agent of socialization. It is the first social group we belong to and significantly impacts our early development.Families teach us basic behaviors, values, and norms. They provide emotional support and shape our early experiences. There are many different family structures across the world and the United States. Click the info button to look more closely at" 1) Family as our main socializer; 2) What families teach us; 3) Different types of families

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Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

An overview of how we became who we are....

Your Friends - & those who are not your friends

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Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

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School

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Agents of Socialization

Sociology

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Religion

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Social Media

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Agents of Socialization

Sociology

East Ridge High School

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Work

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