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Sociology ch. 5

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Socialization The process of people being taught how to be proficient members of society by describing the ways that people come to societal norms, beliefs, and values
Self A person's distinct identity that is developed through social interaction
Generalized other The common behavioral expectations of general society
Moral development The way people learn what society considers to be "good" and "bad," important for a smoothly functioning society
Nurture The relationships and caring that surround us that makes us who we are
Nature Our genetic (temperaments, interests, talents) setups make us who we are
Peer group People who are similar in age and societal status, who share interests
Hidden curriculum The informal teaching done by schools that reinforce societal norms
Mass media Distribute impersonal information to a wide audience via television, newspapers, radio, and the Internet
Resocialization Old behaviors that were helpful in previous roles are removed because they are no longer needed or of use, new relevant behaviors take their place
Degradation ceremony New members of an institution lose aspects of their old identity and are given new ones
Anticipatory socialization adults preparing for future roles
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