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Socialization – Meaning and agencies of Socialization — Revision Notes
Telangana Open School (TOSS) · Class 12 · Sociology
Socialization – Meaning and agencies of Socialization revision notes for Telangana Open School (TOSS) Class 12 Sociology: 4 topics in quick points.
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Meaning and Definition of Socialization
- Socialization is the process by which individuals learn to conform to societal norms and values.
- It transforms a biological being into a socially aware individual capable of interacting meaningfully.
- Without socialization, personality development is incomplete, as seen in isolated children like Anna.
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Process of Socialization
- Socialization begins even before birth through family decisions and cultural practices.
- Direct socialization starts after birth through interaction with caregivers.
- The process involves learning through imitation, suggestion, identification, and language.
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Agencies of Socialization
- Family is the first and most influential agency of socialization.
- School teaches discipline, cooperation, and formal knowledge.
- Friends and playmates allow learning through equality and peer culture.
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Role and Importance of Socialization
- Develops personality and self-identity.
- Transmits culture from one generation to the next.
- Maintains social stability by teaching norms and rules.
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Socialization is the process throughSocialization begins even before birthFour key factors aid the processThese are the social institutions
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