SOCIALIZATION QUARTER 1 UNDERSTANDING CUL

Socialization

1. SOCIALIZATION PREPARED BY: JENSSEN T. CASTRO

2. DEFINITION Socialization defines the way on how people understands social norms (the standard of behavior), to accept beliefs, and to be aware of values.

3. Socialization defines the way on how people understands social norms (the standard of behavior), to accept beliefs, and to be aware of values.

4. Socialization occurs through human interactions that begin in infancy and continue until one die. We learn many important things from our immediate family members, friends, and teachers. We have learned on how to behave properly and what to expect after we follow the society’s norms and values. It teaches us the transmission of culture (way of life) to ensure the continuity of our society (Shaefer, 2013).

5. Social context includes culture, language, and social structures, such as the class, ethnic, and gender hierarchies of a society.

6. Types of Socialization According to Lumen Learning

7. 1. Primary Socialization - refers to socialization during the earliest life of an individual. It is when infant learns language and cognitive skills, adopts norms and values gradually through his/her family members.

8. Example: An eleven-month-old baby boy is being taught by his mom to hug his older brother.

9. 2. Secondary Socialization - refers to the process where socialization occurs through peer groups. The growing individual learns lessons in social conduct from his/her peers.

10. Example: A grade twelve student is learning to use the famous application “ tiktok ” through her classmates.

11. 3. Adult Socialization - refers to the process of role-taking. This teaches an individual to take duties and greater responsibilities such as work, raising a family, being a parent and spouse.

12. Example: A woman is married to her long-time boyfriend at the age of 28. They take the roles of being husband, wife, and eventually parents.

13. 4. Anticipatory Socialization - refers to the process by which an individual learns the culture of a group with expectation of joining that group.

14. Example: When a grade eleven student chose to join Chess Club, she is expected to be trained with her teammates every Friday during Physical Education time.

15. 5. Resocialization - refers to the process of declining former conduct and accepting new ones as part of changes in one’s life. One departs the former undesirable lifestyle and accepts new pattern for better.

16. Example: A young adult who had been into alcoholism since he was 18 years old chose to be rehabilitated. (changing his lifestyle and embracing new and better behavior pattern).