Socialization
What is socialization? Introduction to society's
beliefs, norms, values, and behaviors.
Concerned with the continuity of society - issues
of conformity and change.
Why examine our own socialization?
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As teachers/administrators we are involved in the socialization
of students
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We often tend to overlook our membership on larger groups
and concentrate on our individuality.
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The
US population
is changing with an increase in minority
students.
Agents of Socialization
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School
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Religion
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Media
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Family
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Peer Groups
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Work
Socialization takes place in larger social groups--race,
class and gender. Our membership in these groups affects our opportunities
both in society and in education.
K-12 students are much more
diverse than are public school teachers.
Key Questions:
1. How does society continue form one generation
to the next?
2. What role does education or schooling play?
3. How do our own restricted or limited backgrounds
affect our ability to interact with people of different backgrounds?
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to see the cycle of socialization.
