Transcript The Early Years

Socialization
The Early Years
Ch. 4- Socialization
Heredity
 The
passing on of certain
biological traits from parents
to children.
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what do you think is
inherited?
Inherited
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Physical structure
Intelligence
Special capabilities
Temperament
drives
Instinct
 An
innate pattern of behavior.
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what instincts are
observed in animals.
Instincts in Animals
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Birds building nests
Salmon returning to die 3 yrs after
hatching
Ducks knowing how to swim
Organized colonies of bees and ants
What instincts do humans possess?
Human Instincts
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Humans are not instinctive beings. If
something is instinctive, it is a part of
everyone in the species.
Reflexes
Drives
Voluntary & Involuntary Muscle
Movements
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Humans possess certain hereditary
advantages over animals which enable
us to advance far beyond the animal
kingdom.
Examples: upright position, thumb,
superior brain & nervous system,
advanced vocal apparatus.
Nature v. Nurture
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Are humans beings a product of
heredity or a product of our
environment?
List the chief agents in the
socialization process:
Chief Agents:
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Parents
Siblings
Immediate family
Neighbors
Play groups
Teachers
Clubs
Sports
Sex Identification
Infancy and Preschool
Males
Females
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Basic Colors
 Clothing
 Toys
 Activities
Elementary & Middle School
Males
Females
Clothing & style of dress
Social activities
School electives
Duties at home
Outside activities
High School &Young Adulthood
Males
Females
Domestic responsibilities
Career choices
Organizations
Recreational activities
Assignment
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There are a number of educational
television shows directed at the
preschool age group that are designed
to teach wholesome attitudes and
values.
Watch an educational television show
(“Sesame Street”) and describe each
show and the lesson being taught. (2
different shows)