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week 8 exam 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| socialization | the process wherein people come to understand societal norms and expectations, to accept society’s beliefs, and to be aware of societal values |
| nature | the influence of our genetic makeup on self-development |
| nurture | the role that our social environment plays in self-development |
| peer group | a group made up of people who are similar in age and social status and who share interests |
| hidden curriculum | the informal teaching done in schools that socializes children to societal norms |
| direct | something that happens to you personally |
| indirect | something you learn by watching others |
| agents of socialization | sources that shape your beliefs, values, and behavior |
| family | the primary agent of socialization that teaches basic value, behaviors, and norms |
| peers | people your own age who influence your behavior, interests, and identity |
| popular culture | trends, activities, and interests that are widely linked by many people in society |
| media | forms of communication that spread information to large audiences |
| school | an agent of socialization that teaches knowledge, rules, and social skills |
| father daughter dance | social event where fathers and daughters spend time together, usually dancing at a school or community function |