Socialization and Development Theories

Questions and Answers

Marie’s experience in the lunchroom is an example of _____

Socialization (correct)

Anticipatory socialization

Resocialization

The looking glass self

Erik Erikson's theory explains:

Why Rhesus Monkeys preferred terry cloth maternal stand-ins versus the maternal stand-ins that provided food.

How human sexual desire is linked to the development of a personality.

When human moral development begins in an individual.

How the actions of society help shape personalities throughout the eight basic stages of life. (correct)

Which of the following is an example of socializing a child into a gender role?

Buying Sarah a toy kitchen to play with. (correct)

Taking Jimmy to the aquarium.

Allowing Joey to sleep with his 'blankey.'

Letting Kim wear pants to school.

According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, when do humans begin to think about the feelings of other people?

In their teenage years. Signup and view all the answers

George Herbert Mead's specific path of development for individuals is as follows:

Preparatory stage, play stage, game stage, generalized other Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of development are Katrina and Sharon exemplifying by playing together?

The play stage Signup and view all the answers

One of the most influential impacts of Émile Durkheim's study of suicide was:

It defined the differences between sociology and psychology. Signup and view all the answers

What are Jimmy's teacher and father arguing about?

Nature vs. Nurture Signup and view all the answers

Parents often socialize their children to:

Understand and follow the same norms that they themselves follow Signup and view all the answers

Education is important to society because:

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Socialization and Development Theories

Socialization is the process through which individuals learn and internalize the norms and values of their society.
Erik Erikson's theory outlines eight stages of human development where societal interactions shape personality formation.
Gender roles are often established during childhood through socialization, exemplified by purchasing gender-specific toys (e.g., a toy kitchen for girls).
Kohlberg's theory suggests that moral reasoning develops significantly during teenage years, with the ability to empathize with others.
George Herbert Mead identifies a sequence in child development: preparatory stage, play stage, game stage, and the realization of the generalized other.

Stages of Development

Mead's stages:
- Preparatory stage: Children mimic significant others, lacking understanding of social roles.
- Play stage: Children engage in role-play, imagining themselves in various roles.
- Game stage: Children understand and anticipate the roles of others in group dynamics.
- Generalized other: Awareness of societal expectations, norms, and behaviors.

Influence of Sociology

Émile Durkheim's suicide study distinguished sociology from psychology, emphasizing societal influences over individual psychological factors.
The debate of nature versus nurture highlights the influence of genetics versus environment in shaping behavior, illustrated in the case of Jimmy's disruptive behavior.

Parental Influence on Socialization

Parents typically socialize children to mirror their own norms and values to ensure continuity in cultural practices.
Education plays a crucial role in society by providing knowledge, facilitating interactions, and teaching ways to respond to authority and social situations.

Overview of Education's Role

Education equips children with facts about the world, social skills for peer interactions, and behavioral norms for various situations.

Description

Explore the various theories of socialization and human development, including Erikson's stages of development and Mead's concepts. This quiz delves into how societal interactions shape personality and moral reasoning from childhood through adolescence.