Question 1

Describe the moral development theory of psychologist Lawrence Kohlberg and discuss psychologist Carol Gilligan's view on gender and moral development.

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Question 2

Gender socialization is important in determining what we think the "preferred" sex of a child should be and in influencing our beliefs about acceptable behaviors for males and females. In some families, gender socialization starts before birth.

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Gender reveal parties and the expectation of pink for girls and blue for boys are examples of early gender socialization before birth.

Question 3

Define and explain what is meant by gender socialization.

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Question 4

Briefly explain Alfie Kohn's views on praising children.

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Question 5

Explain psychologist Sigmund Freud's views on the conflict between individual desires and the demands of society.

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Question 6

Briefly discuss the role of the mass media in the socialization process.

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Question 7

Define agents of socialization, identity the major agents of socialization, and describe their effects on children's development.

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Question 8

Recent studies have shown that U.S. children, on average, are spending less time each year in front of TV sets, computers, and video games, and spending more time in school.

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Recent studies indicate that children are spending more time on digital devices, including TV, computers, and video games, rather than less.

Question 9

Explain why cases of isolated children are important to understanding the socialization process.

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Question 10

Define socialization and explain why this process is essential for the individual and society.

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Question 11

Distinguish between sociological and sociobiological perspectives on the development of human behavior.

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Question 12

How does Alfie Kohn's views on children reflect those of George Herbert Mead?

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Question 13

Explain the process of socialization and human development and provide an example.

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Question 14

Explain the key components of sociologist Charles Horton Cooley's looking-glass self theory and evaluate the contribution to our understanding of the socialization process.

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Question 15

Generally, studies have found that quality day-care and preschool programs have little effect on the overall socialization of children.

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Studies have actually found that quality day-care and preschool programs can have a positive effect on the socialization of children. These programs can provide opportunities for children to interact with peers, practice social skills, and learn to cooperate and share with others. However, the quality of the program is important and can vary significantly.

Question 16

Describe sociologist George Herbert Mead's concept of the significant others and generalized other and explain socialization as an interactive process.

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Question 17

Outline the stages of cognitive development as set forth by psychologist Jean Piaget.

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Question 18

Cell-phone usage is relevant to socialization in that it represents a shift away from parental (and other relatives) control and socialization.

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Cell phones provide individuals with more autonomy and independence in their social lives, allowing them to communicate with peers and make their own social decisions without relying solely on parental guidance. This shift in control can have implications for socialization processes.

Question 19

In adolescence, peer groups are typically made up of people with similar interests and social activities. As adults, we continue to participate in peer groups of people with whom we share common interests and comparable occupations, income, and/or social position.

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This statement is true. Peer groups tend to be formed around commonalities in interests, activities or social status, and this tendency continues into adulthood.

Question 20

Explain the key components of sociologist George Herbert Mead's role-taking theory and evaluate the contribution to our understanding of the socialization process.

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Quiz 3: Socialization.