Socialization can be conceptualized as a process made up of:
A) Two stages: encounter and metamorphosis.
B) Two stages: prearrival and metamorphosis.
C) Two stages: prearrival and encounter.
D) Three stages: prearrival, encounter, and metamorphosis.
E) Three stages: prearrival, encounter, and postarrival.

Question

Socialization can be conceptualized as a process made up of:
A) Two stages:  encounter and metamorphosis.
B)	Two stages:  prearrival and metamorphosis.
C)	Two stages:  prearrival and encounter.
D)	Three stages:  prearrival, encounter, and metamorphosis.
E)	Three stages:  prearrival, encounter, and postarrival.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Socialization is often conceptualized as a process consisting of three stages: prearrival, encounter, and metamorphosis. These stages represent the phases an individual goes through when adapting to a new role or organization, starting from expectations before joining, to the initial experiences, and finally to the deeper changes in attitudes and behaviors.

Socialization Can Be Conceptualized as a Process Made Up Of