AGENTS OF SOCIALIZATION Chapter 3 – Sociology – Mrs. Madison Agents of Socialization Agents of Socialization: People or groups that affect our self-concept, emotions, attitudes, behaviors, or other orientations toward life. The Family The family is the first group to have a major impact on the development of our “self” Family and Social Class Discipline Skills Development The Neighborhood Poor Neighborhoods vs. Wealthy Neighborhoods Religion Religion influences values Day Care Children who attend daycare are more likely to… The School Latent Functions Hidden curriculum Corridor Curriculum Peer Groups Family influence declines as children are exposed to more agents of socialization Influence of peer groups can be dominating and extend to violating social norms Sports Teach values as well as physical skills Profound effect on selfimage Workplace Early jobs teach us skills and influence our view of the world Anticipatory Socialization Work can become part of our self-image