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Why might norms change over time, specifically in the context of dating?
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Norms might change due to shifts in societal values or economic factors, like the transition from early institutionalized marriage to later marriage enabled by economic independence.
What are values and norms, and how do they influence behavior?
Values and norms are critical elements of culture that dictate expected behavior, such as dinner table etiquette informed by values like respect and order.
Discuss how economic factors might influence shifts in cultural norms.
Economic factors such as increased economic independence can lead to shifts in cultural norms, like choosing to marry later.
How are norms and values interrelated in shaping culture?
Values underpin societal beliefs and ethics, while norms prescribe specific behavioral patterns shaped by these values.
In what ways do peers influence socialization during adolescence?
Peers significantly influence attitudes, behaviors, and identity development during adolescence.
Can socialization affect workplace success? Give two examples.
Effective socialization can enhance workplace interaction and navigate institutional cultures, influenced by learned behaviors and norms.
What is socialization, and why is it crucial for societal functioning?
Socialization is the process by which individuals internalize societal norms and values, essential for developing behaviors and functioning within society.
Describe an example of an institutional norm in an educational setting.
Institutional norms in education, such as raising hands in class, dictate expected student behavior to maintain order.
Identify and describe two primary agents of socialization.
Family is the primary socialization unit influenced by its structure, and school introduces institutional norms and peer interactions.
What is the 'Looking Glass Self' theory proposed by Charles Horton Cooley?
Cooley's 'Looking Glass Self' suggests that self-concept is influenced by how we imagine others perceive us.
Explain George Herbert Mead's concepts of 'I' and 'Me'.
Mead's 'I' represents personal agency and desires, while 'Me' reflects societal perceptions; self-develops through understanding 'other' and 'generalized other'.
How does social class impact socialization strategies according to Annette Laureau?
Annette Laureau's study suggests that social class influences child-rearing strategies, affecting institutional success.
How do play and games contribute to socialization?
Play and games help develop social roles and understanding of others, with a distinction made between the freedom of play and the structure of games.
Discuss the nature versus nurture debate in the context of socialization.
Socialization involves both learned behavior through interaction and biological influences, as seen in cases like the necessity of social interaction for development.
How can norms become codified, and what is an example?
Norms become codified when they are formally established as laws.
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