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Charlie · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

Identify and describe the three stages of socialization as defined by functionalist theorists.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The __________ approach attempts to answer questions through systematic collection and analysis of data. This approach is referred to as the conventional model, or the scientific method, and is based on the assumption that knowledge is best gained by direct, systematic observation.

a. descriptive b. empirical
c. normative d. explanatory

Moriaki · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Primary socialization refers to the process of learning that begins at birth and occurs in

the home and family by contrast, secondary socialization refers to the process of

learning that takes place outside the homein settings such as schools, religious

organizations, and the workplaceand helps individuals learn how to act in appropriate

ways in various situations. Secondary socialization often occurs when we are

teenagers and young adults. Tertiary socialization refers to the process of learning that

takes place when adults move into new settings where they must accept certain ideas

or engage in specific behaviors that are appropriate to that specific setting. For

example, older persons entering a retirement community often have to internalize new

social norms and values that are appropriate to the setting in which they now reside.

Answer to Question 2

b