1. “Man can be defined as the animal that can say I, that can be aware of himself as a separate entity.” - Erich Fromm German Social Philosopher
Journal #18
Do you agree that animals lack the ability to form a self concept? Why or why not?

2. Chapter 4 Section 3 Family and Socialization:
Within the family a child learns to:
Think and speak
Internalize norms, beliefs, and values
Form some basic attitudes
Develop a capacity for intimate and personal relationships
Acquire a self image

3. Chapter 4 Section 3 Socialization in Schools
Socialization in school involves more than reading, writing, and arithmetic.
Schools have underlying hidden curriculum.
Hidden curriculum – the informal and unofficial aspects of culture that children are taught in school.
What are some different examples of hidden curriculum?

4. Chapter 4 Section 3 Peer Group Socialization
Peer group – set of individuals of roughly the same age and interests
Is it possible to belong to more than one peer group?
How do peer groups contribute to socialization?
Provide a sense of belonging
Freedom from authority figures
Do friends or family have more influence on young people?

5. Chapter 4 Section 3 The Mass Media and Socialization
Mass Media – means of communication designed to reach the general population.
Books, internet, tv, movies, etc
Journal #19
What role do the mass media play in socialization?
What about violence in the mass media?
Youtube clip

6. By the end of class: Section 3 assessment pg. 127 #1-5
If time at end of the class we may watch a show, but everyone has to be quiet and finished with the assessment.