Sheriff Faniyi
3/26/2024
Socialization is a big word in sociology which means how we as humans learn to be
among members of society. It's like learning the rules or expectations of the place where we live,
and also figuring out who we are and how we fit in with others. It’s like a kind of roadmap that
helps us understand how to behave in different situations.
Another way to think of socialization is imagine you have different roles in your life, like being a
son or daughter, a student, a friend, or maybe even a future employee. Each of these roles comes
with its own set of rules about how you should act. For example, as a student, you're expected to
listen to your teachers, do your homework, and be respectful to others in your class.
But socialization isn't just about learning rules. It's also about picking up on things without even
realizing it. For instance. If you hadn't learned basic things like sitting, walking, or even using a
spoon because you didn't have the chance to learn them like most of us do. Without socialization,
you would miss out on learning not just practical stuff but also things like what family means,
how to use the bathroom properly, and even how to speak and understand language.
Socialization is important because it's like the glue that holds society together. It helps us all
understand how to get along with each other, follow the same rules, and share the same values.
Without it, things could get chaotic.
Anticipatory socialization, which is a fancy way of saying getting ready for your future roles. For
example, perhaps you're learning how to be a good worker by doing chores at home, or maybe
