Sociology Ms. Kringler Ms. Fogelson Socialization Sociology Ms. Kringler Ms. Fogelson

Which one do you think influences you the most? Four Corners Family Friends Which one do you think influences you the most? Media School

agents of socialization Institutions that can impress social norms upon an individual Include the family, religion, peer groups, economic systems, legal systems, penal systems, language, and the media.

primary agent vs secondary agent Have the greatest immediate influence   members of one's immediate, nuclear family. Mother- generally the most important father older siblings Other factors that influence a persons ideas and values Schools Peer Groups Media Religion Workplace Government

What are some other agents besides? Family Friends Media School

Discuss this with your partner Be prepared to talk about it as a class Partner discussion After learning about the different types of agents, what two agents do you think have influenced you the most? Discuss this with your partner Be prepared to talk about it as a class

We have a number of roles and expectations that we follow on a daily basis. With so many expectations some might argue that socialization is a form of social control because people are taught to act a certain way and follow social expectations. Do you agree or disagree and why? Does socialization eliminate individuality? If not, what gives us uniqueness? Write a well written paragraph and turn it in before you leave. If not it will be homework.