Agents of Socialisation Flashcards

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What is an agent of socialisation?

A group or place that teaches us norms, values and how to behave.

The first learning of norms and values, mainly in the family.

Learning norms and values from wider society after the early years.

By teaching language, rules and values through example, praise and punishments.

By rules, rewards and punishments, and a hidden curriculum like timekeeping and teamwork.

The unwritten lessons at school, such as punctuality, respect and obeying rules.

Through peer pressure and copying friends’ styles, slang and behaviour to fit in.

By showing images, stories and role models that shape our views and behaviour.

By teaching beliefs, moral rules and ways to act, such as prayer, dress and charity.

By training, rules, dress codes and the behaviour expected for a job.

Learning by watching, copying and talking with others, like family and friends.

Learning through official rules, lessons or training, such as at school or work.