1.1 - The process of learning and socialisation - Sociology

What are elements in the social construction of reality.

What are elements in the social construction of reality.

• Culture

• roles

• norms

• values

• beliefs

• customs

• ideology

• power and status

Define culture and state an example of it

Culture: The collective customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular group of people or society, encompassing language, religion, cuisine, and more. Example: Music, art and fashion

Define roles and state an example of it

 Socially defined expectations and behaviors associated with a particular position or status within a group or society, influencing how individuals interact with each other. Example: Father, artist, patient and husband

Define norms and state an example of it

Established guidelines or rules of behavior that are considered acceptable in a society or group, helping to maintain order and predictability in social interactions. Example: Shaking hands, being respectful to elders and making eye contact

Define values and state an example of it

 Core principles or standards that guide behavior and decision-making, reflecting what a society or individual considers important, such as honesty, respect, and equality. Example: honesty, integrity and kindness

Define beliefs and state an example of it

Convictions or accepted truths held by individuals or groups, which can be based on faith, ideology, or cultural context, influencing how people understand the world. Example: Religious beliefs, self beliefs and political beliefs.

Define customs and state an example of it

Traditional practices and behaviors that are characteristic of a particular culture or society, often passed down through generations and observed in daily life or special occasions. Example: Siting on the floor and eat, take your shoes off before entering the house and slurping food

Define Ideology and state an example of it

A set of ideas, beliefs, and values that form the basis of a social, economic, or political theory or system, guiding the goals and actions of individuals or groups. Example: Capitalism, communism, socialism, and Marxism

Define Power and state an example of it

The capacity to influence or control the behavior of people or the course of events, often tied to authority, resources, and social structures within a society. Example: Laws, wealth and fame

Define status and state an example of it

The relative social, professional, or economic standing of an individual or group within a society, often influencing access to resources, power, and respect. Example: Ethnicity, gender and age

What is the importance of socialisation in influencing human behaviour. Is it nature or nurture which determines human behaviour?

Socialization influences human behavior by providing cultural norms, values, and expectations. It shapes personality traits through interactions with family, peers, and society. Both nature and nurture are essential in understanding behavior, as both influence human development throughout life.

What is Socialisation

 the process through which an individual adapts to the distinctive norms and values of the society in which they live.

how is social identity created

Social identity is shaped by group membership, family and community socialization, personal experiences, and cultural context, forming a dynamic sense of self within a societal framework.

How do agencies of social control, including family, education, peer group, media and religion shape our socialisation?

Agencies of social control shape socialization by instilling norms and values through family, education, peer groups, media, and religion, influencing behaviors, beliefs, and identity within society.

How is social Control experienced and how do people conform to and resist it?

Social control is experienced through norms and expectations, prompting conformity to fit in. Resistance manifests as nonconformity or dissent, challenging societal standards and expressing individual beliefs or values.