Enculturation and Socialization(Understanding Culture Society and Politics)

Enculturation and Socialization

1. 1 Identity Formation

2. 2 UNIT STIMULUS Is this true for you? How did you learn or develop this attitude or behavior? I openly express my thoughts and emotions. I do not engage in arguments or heated confrontations. I like to introspect and be alone. I easily get offended. I am punctual.

3. 3 How do we develop our identity and personality in society? CENTRAL QUESTION

4. Me and Others 4 I Family Member: Similarities

5. 5 Why do people in the same environment develop different personalities and identities? PERSPECTIVE-AT-WORK

6. Socialization is the process through which we develop our awareness of social norms and values. This process is essential in forming our sense of self. Socialization 6

7. Socialization is a lifelong process. The family—being the primary unit of society—is where a child first interacts with other individuals. Thus, socialization starts in the family. Socialization Starts in the Family 7

8. Enculturation is the process where an individual or a group learns culture through experience or observation. It is an important part of socialization because it enables culture to be shared among members of society. Enculturation 8

9. Human personality and identity are inborn and inherited . Nature Personalities are shaped by social forces that we interact with from birth onward . Nurture Nature VS Nurture 9

10. Sigmund Freud placed great emphasis on the unconscious in identity development . Sigmund Freud’s Psychodynamic Theory Theories of Identity Formation 10

11. Human identity development is influenced greatly by cognitive processes, which are the brain’s mechanisms. Humans learn specific skills at every stage of their brain and physical development. Jean Piaget’s Theory of Cognitive Development Theories of Identity Formation 11

12. Human beings also develop morality (a sense of right and wrong) at every stage as they physically and cognitively develop. Lawrence Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development Theories of Identity Formation 12

13. Human development does not end in childhood but in old age. In a person’s lifetime, there is a continuous identity development process characterized by eight particular stages with a corresponding crisis . Erik Erikson’s Post-Freudian Theory Theories of Identity Formation 13

14. Children develop their social selves by distinguishing “me” from “I.” From an egocentric view, children develop their ability to see themselves from others’ perspectives. George Herbert Mead’s Theory of the Social Self Theories of Identity Formation 14

15. Meet These People 15 Lala is 15 years old. She bites her nails when she feels anxious, especially when she wants to do something but is worried that others will not approve of it.

16. Meet These People 16 Jean has one sister. When she was three years old, she was asked, “How many siblings does your sister have?” She answered, “None.” Now that she is eight years old, she replies, “One, and that is me.”

17. Meet These People 17 In his early adolescence, Danny believed that his role was to follow the rules, perform his duties, and respect authorities. In college, he started questioning rules and authorities and followed those he agreed with.

18. Meet These People 18 Lola Rose is 63 years old. It has been three years since she retired from work. She constantly asks herself about her worth and contribution to society. Since her children are all independent now, she contributes her time and resources to charitable work.

19. Meet These People 19 John’s parents observed his significant development. Before, he simply says, “I want a cookie!” Now, he says, “Will Mommy give me a cookie?”

20. Meet These People 20 What do theories of identity formation seek to explain? What is the nature vs. nurture discourse in identity formation? How does socialization affect identity formation?

21. 21 What do you think is social media’s impact on children’s development and socialization? CONTEMPORARY EXPERIENCE

22. Stoplight STOP START CONTINUE 22