Perspectives of Socialization Explain why socialization is needed

Perspectives of Socialization Explain why socialization is needed if cultural & societal values are to be learned Analyze how people use others to learn about themselves

Functionalist Perspective n n Groups work together to create society Teach kids basic norms, beliefs & values

Conflict Perspective n n People accept social status w/o challenging position Maintains social, political, econ advantage for rich

Symbolic Interactionism - 5 concepts n The Self Concept “Cooley” n n Image of yourself separate from others Kids see how others react n n Act bad for attention Looking-Glass Self n n n Image of yourself based on others thoughts Use others as a mirror 3 Stage Process n n n Imagine how we appear to others Imagine reaction of others to our appearance Evaluate ourselves on how others might judge

Symbolic Interactionism - 5 concepts n Significant Others “Mead” n n n People who’s judgments are most important Kids- parents, siblings/ Teens- peer groups Role Taking n n n See ourselves through other’s eyes Internal Conversations- thoughts, emotions 3 Stages n n n Imitation-1 to 2 years; imitates w/o understanding Play- 3 -4 years; take on roles of others- parents (John & Kate) Game- several roles simultaneously n Anticipate reactions of others based on social rules

Symbolic Interactionism - 5 concepts n The Generalized Other n n n Pleasing significant other- understanding principle Integrated conception of norms, values, beliefs of ones society or community The Self n n “Me vs. I”- me conforms to society/ I is true self “I” comes out during times of emotion

Process of Socialization n n Family School Peer Group Mass Media

Family n n n Think & Speak Internalize norms, beliefs & values Form basic attitudes Develop intimate relationships Acquire self image

School n n n Impersonal Relationships Rewards & Punishments- performance Hidden Curriculum n Discipline, conformity, order

Peer Group n n n Based on age and interests Conflict, competition, cooperation Parents or Friends?

Mass Media n n n TV, Radio, Newspaper, Internet Role Models- imitate 16 year old- 20, 000 homicides

Critical Thinking Question n n Is TV a force used to maintain the status quo or toward change? Can the media keep racism alive or continue problems in society w/o need? Analyze the use of mass media and describe the affects both good and bad.