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Heavenly Father,

Grant me the PATIENCE


to accept the people
I cannot change,
the STRENGTH
to change the ONE person
I can change,
and the WISDOM
to know that ONE person
is ME.
In Jesus name. Amen.
acs
SOCIALIZATION AND
ENCULTURATION

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Objectives

At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:


1. Define and explain the different concepts regarding
enculturation and socialization,
2. Discuss the development of one’s self and others as
a product of enculturation and socialization, and
3. Prove that identity, disciplines, and aspirations are
necessary for the development of personal and
cultural identity.
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JOHARI WINDOW

In 1955, American psychologists Joseph


Luft and Harry Ingham laid out a
method for individuals to visualize and
understand themselves and their
relationships with others. The Johari
window (a portmanteau of their first
names) is a tool for organizing and
inventorying personal characteristics
from both inside and outside
perspectives.
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JOHARI WINDOW: 1. Create your own Johari Window
Known to Self Not Known to Self

Known
to
Others

Unknown
Not
Known
to
Others

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JOHARI WINDOW: Create your own Johari Window
Known to Self Not Known to Self
Arena Blind Spot
dependable accepting
observant caring
Known witty complex
helpful
to intelligent
Knowledgeable
Others logical
organized
Self-assertive
Self-conscious
trustworthy

Not Facade Unknown


independent Able, adaptable, bold, brave, calm, cheerful,
Known reflective clever, confident, dignified, energetic,
extroverted, friendly, giving, happy, idealistic,
to ingenious, introverted, kind, loving, mature,
modest, nervous, patient, powerful, proud,
Others quiet, relaxed, religious, responsive, searching,
sensible, sentimental, shy, silly, spontaneous,
sympathetic, tense, warm, wise.

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Ponder

What does it mean to be a person?

In a society where there are many cultures,


how do you form your personal identity?

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Enculturation and Socialization
What is the difference between socialization and
enculturation?

How is enculturation related to socialization?

Society is different from culture. There are many cultures


within a society. While members of society share many of the
same expectations and experiences, the cultural groups
create ones that differentiate them from others in society.
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Pre-Test
1. What is the process by which an individual adopts the behavior
patterns of a particular culture?
a. Socialization
b. Assimilation
c. Enculturation
d. Ethnocentrism
2. What is the process through which people get to understand the
societal norms, expectations, and values as members of society?
a. Socialization
b. Assimilation
c. Enculturation
d. Ethnocentrism
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Pre-Test
3. The Japanese are known for being disciplined. Misha is Japanese,
so her classmates assumed that she is a disciplined person. What
type of identity is being described?
a. Personal Identity’
b. International Identity
c. Cultural Identity
d. Societal Identity
4. Michael wants to cross the street to catch the ball, but he feels
hesitant because he knows his mom will get mad if he does it. What
kind of discipline is shown?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
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Pre-Test
5. Roy grew up, finished schooling, landed a job, got married, and
became a parent. This development is ideal as far as his society is
concerned. What kind of discipline did Roy portray?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
6. Rosa left her son alone in the crib for her personal necessities.
When she came back, she saw her son trying to go down from the
crib on his own. What discipline does the second statement portray?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
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Pre-Test
7. Which of the following responses is correct?
a. Culture and our personal identities are not static.
b. Personal identity develops over time and can change
depending on the individual's chosen direction.

8. Why is it important for a person to develop his or her


identity? (given as assignment. 8 points)

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What is the difference between socialization and enculturation?

Enculturation Socialization
•the process by which an It is the process through
individual adopts the which people learn to
behavior patterns of the understand the societal
culture in which a person is norms, expectations and
immersed values as members of
society.

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How is enculturation related to socialization?
SOCIALIZATION OR SOCIETY ENCULTURATION OR CULTURE
Philippine Society Many cultures within the Philippine society
Consists of people or members Consists of attitudes, opinions, beliefs, values,
behavior, and others
Formally teaches people, upon birth how to Members learn languages, morals, behaviors,
be good members of society through and values that are informally accepted in
education, laws, and norms society
Example: A girl learns her fundamental right Example: A young boy develops his ideas
as member of society about manhood in his culture.
Take place through more specific training and Involves a general enclosing of individuals in
instruction the context of their culture
The goal is to control society The goal is to form the rules, laws, and values
of a distinct culture.
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Identity Formation

Identity formation starts when one learns to


socialize and be aware of the culture,
behaviors, language, morals, and norms of
where he or she belongs in. However, as a
person grows, he or she learns to make his or
her own set of beliefs, values, and morals.
This is how a person develops an identity. This
is what makes a person different from others.

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Identity

Identity is what makes a person distinct from


others. It is the total knowledge and
understanding of an individual about who he
or she is.

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Types of Identity
1. Personal
•the concept an individual develops about himself or
herself
•the sense of oneself as a distinct or unique individual
•may depend on the age and circumstances of a person
Example: Rolen is an African girl. She is the most quiet student in
her class. She believes that time is gold, so spends her free time
studying her lessons.

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Types of Identity
2. Cultural
•the identity of the culture to which a person belongs in
•the feeling or sense of belongingness to a group
•a collective sense of companionship that involves the same beliefs,
interests, and fundamental principles of living
Example: In the Philippines, the Agta tribe has been practicing a
unique culture for centuries. Old men wear the bahag, a unique style
of clothing. They prefer to stay in the forest than to stay in lowlands.
They mainly look for natural food sources.

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Identity Formation

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Discipline
•a way of behaving that expresses a
willingness to obey rules or laws
•the practice of training people to
obey rules or a code of behavior,
using punishment to correct
disobedience.
•behavior that is judged by how
well a person follows a set of rules
or orders

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Kinds of Discipline
1. Discipline of Nature or Reality
A person meets this kind of control every time he
or she tries to do something. A person learns to
do things on his or her own without the
supervision of others.

Example: Ryan rented a bicycle near his town.


He does not know yet how to ride the bike. He
fell many times, but he did not stop trying. He
was so motivated to learn how to ride the bike
that he tried to learn on his own, and eventually,
he was able to ride it.
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Kinds of Discipline

2. Discipline of Culture or Society


What this discipline instills in every
culture is distinct, different, and unique.
A person learns according to what he
sees in his society or his culture.

Example: Mika wears the trendiest


dresses these days. She wears them
so she can be “in” with the latest social
trends.
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Kinds of Discipline
3. Discipline of Superior Force
This discipline is the opposite of the discipline of nature or
reality. In this training, a person learns through supervision
and guidance.

Example: A single mother raised Patricia. Her mother


always reminded her not to fall in love because of her
personal idea that men are cheaters. Even if Patricia does
not know how it feels to be brokenhearted, she does not
entertain any suitor
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Development of Personal Identity and Aspirations
Personal identity develops in many ways, depending on
preferred directions.

• It may be through enculturation and socialization.


• It may also come through observation of a role model.
• You tend to imitate a successful person that leads to changes in
personality.
• Your personal identity may change and eventually, you may
develop a clear sense of yourself.

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Development of Personal Identity and Aspirations
Aspiration is a strong desire and
ambition with which someone is
motivated to work hard.

Example: Rico at 20 years old identified


himself as a happy-go-lucky guy. He might
discover that, at 35 years old, he is a different
person. Perhaps he is living a good life with
his family. He would like his children to have
a comfortable life in the future.
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Key Points
•Enculturation is the process by which an individual adopts the behavior patterns of
the culture in which an individual is immersed.
•Socialization is the process through which people learn to understand the societal
norms, expectations, and values as a member of the society.
•Identity formation starts when you learn to socialize and be aware of the culture,
behaviors, language, morals, and norms of where you belong in.
•Identity is the total knowledge and understanding of a person of who he or she is.
•Discipline is the control that is gained by requiring that rules or orders be obeyed and
punishing bad behavior.
•Aspiration is a strong desire and ambition with which someone is motivated to work
hard.

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Activities
1. Observe the different political parties in our country.
Can you describe the differences between the Liberal
Party (LP), the Nationalists People’s Coalition (NPC), and
the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino – Laban ng Bayan
(PDP-LABAN) in the context of different cultures?

2. Ask two persons about their personal identity


development and aspirations. Compare them with
yours.

3. Is there a difference between one’s thoughts or feelings


and one’s behavior? When is it enculturation? When is it
socialization?
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Post-Test
1. What is the process by which an individual adopts the behavior
patterns of a particular culture?
a. Socialization
b. Assimilation
c. Enculturation
d. Ethnocentrism
2. What is the process through which people get to understand the
societal norms, expectations, and values as members of society?
a. Socialization
b. Assimilation
c. Enculturation
d. Ethnocentrism
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Post Test
3. The Japanese are known for being disciplined. Misha is Japanese,
so her classmates assumed that she is a disciplined person. What
type of identity is being described?
a. Personal Identity’
b. International Identity
c. Cultural Identity
d. Societal Identity
4. Michael wants to cross the street to catch the ball, but he feels
hesitant because he knows his mom will get mad if he does it. What
kind of discipline is shown?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
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Post Test
5. Roy grew up, finished schooling, landed a job, got married, and
became a parent. This development is ideal as far as his society is
concerned. What kind of discipline did Roy portray?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
6. Rosa left her son alone in the crib for her personal necessities.
When she came back, she saw her son trying to go down from the
crib on his own. What discipline does the second statement portray?
a. Discipline of Nature or Reality
b. Discipline of Culture or Society
c. Discipline of Superior Force
d. Discipline of Shaolin & Kung Fu
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Post Test
7. Which of the following responses is correct?
a. Culture and our personal identities are not static.
b. Personal identity develops over time and can change
depending on the individual's chosen direction.

8. Why is it important for a person to develop his or her


identity? (given as assignment. 8 points)

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Post Test
1. What is the process by which an individual adopts the behavior patterns of a particular
culture?
2. What is the process through which people get to understand the societal norms, expectations,
and values as members of society?
3. The Japanese are known for being disciplined. Misha is Japanese, so her classmates assumed
that she is a disciplined person. What type of identity is being described?
4. Michael wants to cross the street to catch the ball, but he feels hesitant because he knows his
mom will get mad if he does it. What kind of discipline is shown?
5. Roy grew up, finished schooling, landed a job, got married, and became a parent. This
development is ideal as far as his society is concerned. What kind of discipline did Roy
portray?
6. Rosa left her son alone in the crib for her personal necessities. When she came back, she saw
her son trying to go down from the crib on his own. What discipline does the second
statement portray?
7. Which of the following responses is correct?
a. Culture and our personal identities are not static.
b. Personal identity develops over time and can change depending on the individual's
chosen direction.
8. Why is it important for a person to develop his or her identity? (given as assignment. 8 points)
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Seatwork:
Why is it important for a person to
develop his or her identity?

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END OF SLIDES.
THANK YOU!

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NORMS AND VALUES

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OBJECTIVES

1. define and explain different concepts of norms and


values,
2. discuss the relations and functions of norms and values
3. prove that norms and values are essential factors in the
development of one’s self, others, and the community
as a product of enculturation and socialization.

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NORMS AND VALUES

What characteristics should a person


demonstrate to be considered as a useful
member of society?

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NORMS
Norms are standards or sets of accepted behaviors that a
person is expected to follow or exemplify in the society
where he or she belongs in. It pertains to specific guidelines
of conduct in society that guides its members on how to act
in particular situations.
FORMAL INFORMAL
Formal norms are written down and Informal norms are understood, but
involve strict rules for punishment. are not precisely recorded.

Example: Laws Example: Standard of proper dressing

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FOLKWAYS They are customs of people that Ex: the practice of waiting in line,
NORMS came from repetition and routines courtesy to older people

Mores •stricter than folkways •religious doctrines such as the


•determines what is the moral and prohibition of pre-marital sex
ethical behavior •the belief that forms of
•dictates what is right and wrong discrimination and suppression are
unethical (e.g.racism and sexism)

Taboos •very strong negative norms Examples:


•strict prohibition of certain •cannibalism
behaviors that society holds firmly •incest
•violating it results in extreme
disgust or expulsion from the group
or society

Laws •formally instituted by the Examples:


government •curfews for minors
•exist because its violation can result •laws against domestic violence
in injury or harm to other members
of society
•impose sanction on people who
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VALUES

Values refer to the abstract idea of people about what


is necessary or worthwhile. Values are general
guidelines that are fundamental parts of our lives.
They stand for the things we believe in. Most of the
values we have are learned from family, friends,
school, media, and other sources in society.

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Classification of Values
Values can be classified into two types.
1. Individual Values
These values are those that are connected with the development of
human personality.
Examples: honesty, loyalty, honor
2. Collective Values
These values are those that are connected with the development of
unity in the community or society.
Examples: equality, justice, solidarity

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Relationship Between Norms and Values
NORMS VALUES
Specific General
There may be misconceptions Commanding
Represent the application of values Point of Reference for norms
Example: The norm, “a teacher must “Example: The value of “equality”
not exhibit favoritism among may enter into norms for
students,” may involve the value of relationships between two people.
equality, honesty, and
humanitarianism.

Values provide justification for


accepting or rejecting norms.
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Functions of Social Norms and Values
Values are general guidelines which govern our daily behavior. They are the guidelines for our
judgments, thereby playing vital role in the maintenance of stability and harmony in society.

Norms are specific guidelines which allow us to function or act appropriately in society. They are
a set of behaviors that is preserved to be acceptable to its members. Following norms results in
social order and gives a feeling of security

Social norms and values perform the following primary functions:


NORMS VALUES
Direct, manage, and control human behavior Provide goals for members
Help satisfy social needs Provide stability in group interaction
Contribute to the establishment of social order by Bring authenticity to the rules that govern specific
alleviating tensions and conflicts in society activities
Act as a result of scale to assess social behavior and Help initiate some adjustments between sets of rules
serve as ideals and objectives in some situations
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Pre Test QUESTIONS
1. What term refers to the standard of accepted behavior that a person is expected to follow in
society?
2. What word refers to the general guidelines that is a fundamental part of our lives and stands
for the things we believe in?
3. What norm determines what is moral and ethical behavior?
4. Which of the following is not a collective value?
5. Richard raises his hand to take a turn speaking in a group. What norm is being described?
6. Alijah does not eat pork because the pig is considered unclean. What norm is being
described?
7. The signage reads: Vandalism is strictly prohibited. What norm is being described?
8. You are seated in a bus. An old lady boarded the bus and stood in the aisle because all seats
are already taken. What will you do?
9. Your classmate cheated during your midterm examination. He got caught by the teacher and
was reprimanded. What value did your classmate fail to observe?
10. If values are the basis of our judgments, what do they imply?

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STATUSES AND ROLES

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OBJECTIVES

1. define and explain the different concepts regarding statuses


and roles as part of the social structure,
2. identify statuses and roles played by oneself and others in
the community, and
3. evaluate the impact of the various statuses and roles of
people for the attainment of society's goals.

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You have a friend named Paulene, a 30-year-old Filipino-Indian female
from New Delhi. She grew up in slum areas. Paulene knew at an early
age that she wanted to be a lawyer. She graduated from college with
flying colors and was eventually accepted as a scholar at a prestigious
law school. Now, at the age of 30, she works as a lawyer in a private
company in the United Kingdom. It was there that she met her better
half with whom she has four children.
Can you name Paulene’s roles and statuses?
What typical roles and statuses do people play in society?

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Statuses
Our society is guided by a network of similar statuses and roles that
govern human interactions that we call social structure. It also refers to
the manner in which society is arranged into predictable interactions.

Status describes the position an individual occupies in a particular


setting, in a group, or in society defines and clarifies the rights and
obligations expected from a person

Example: a farm boy, a teacher, a human rights defender

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Classifications of Statuses
There are three kinds of statuses.

1. Ascribed Status
a position a person holds in a social system that one attains involuntarily or by
birth inherited and not based on the person’s abilities, accomplishments, or
efforts can be rigid and unchanging since it is given to a person when he is born
and is often involuntary

Example: a Filipino national, a male or a female, a king or a queen, a son of a


vendor, a firstborn

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Classifications of Statuses
2. Achieved Status
a position one holds in a social system that one attains based on merit or effort
acquired due to unique skills, knowledge, or abilities, and are based on standards
that can be controlled
a position that has been earned or chosen and is mostly dictated by abilities,
skills, and life choices

Example: a student, an employee, a doctor, an artist

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Classifications of Statuses
3. Master Status
the greatest role in a person’s life that determines social identity and
general position in society
can be based on any status, such as gender, ethnicity, economic status,
religious or spiritual tradition, employment status, or family
responsibility such as a parent or grandparent
may come with a sense of prestige for some−the consensus from the
community around them that a status is to be desired
Example: a CEO, an activist, a Pope

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STATUSES
Type of Status Description Example
Ascribed Attained by birth A girl who grew up
on a farm

Achieved Attained based on merit and A poor boy who


effort became a well-
known
agriculturist

Master Can be achieved or ascribed A well-known


environmentalist

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Roles
expectations that are set for a person given the status he or she occupies
pertains to the norms, behaviors, values, and personal characteristics that are
attached to the status of the person
Examples:
Status: student
Roles: attending classes, studying lessons,
communicating with the teacher
Status: teacher
Roles: teaching, giving feedback, assessing or
evaluating the performance of the students
Status: call center agent
Roles: answering questions, solving problems,
researching information
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Role Exit and Role Conflict
What are some issues concerning roles?

Role exit pertains to the course of disengaging a person from his or her role that
is essential to his or her self-identity.
Example: when a person retires from a long career and must shift from the role of
an employee with responsibilities to someone just living a comfortable life, or
when an individual becomes a parent and has to change their lifestyle.
Role conflict arises when incompatible expectations occur from two or more
statuses that a person is occupying. Performing the assigned role of one status
makes it challenging for the person to play the assigned role of another status.
Example: It is very challenging for a woman to be the best mother to her children
and the best employee to her company all at the same time.
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The Impact of Statuses and Roles in Attaining Society’s Goals

As members of society, people acquire statuses and roles which are


necessary for socializing within their society. These statuses and roles
are important elements in the process of socialization because they
serve as agents for the fulfillment of society’s goals.
We are all encouraged to fulfill the roles of the statuses we are
occupying at present and in the future stages of our lives for us to be
better members of the community.

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1. What describes the position a person occupies in a particular setting?
2. What is the set of norms, behavior, values, and personal characteristics attached to the
status of a person?
3. What pertains to the status of the person which determines his or her general position in
society?
4. Dr. Mendoza is a school principal. He supervises the teachers, cooperates with the parents,
and manages the whole operation of the school. What does the italicized sentence pertain to?
5. Jenny is a guidance counselor. She attends to the needs of students by counseling them and
guiding them in decision-making. What does the italicized sentence pertain to?
6. A man is having a hard time balancing his time between his job as a manager and his
responsibilities as a father. What is he experiencing?
7. Josh just graduated from college last week. He is still in the process of adjusting to life
outside of the university. What is Josh experiencing?
8. How do statuses and roles guide human interactions?
9. What is the advantage of occupying multiple statuses in life?
10. Why are statuses and roles important in the process of enculturation and socialization?
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Picture Analysis
1. What do you think
is the story behind
the pictures?
2. What makes it
social work?
3. What should be the
goal of the
government
regarding these
situations?

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SOCIAL GOALS

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THE GOAL ON CARING

Caring refers to the heart of social work and it focuses


on the well – being or the welfare and comfort of the
individual and community.
The goal on caring involves the enhancement of the
quality of life in prisons, the upgrading and humanizing
services in nursing homes, etc.

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THE GOAL ON CURING

Curing refers to the aspect of treating people with


problems in social functioning.
Techniques: Popular counseling approaches
(family therapy, behavior modification, gestalt therapy,
etc.)

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THE GOAL ON CHANGING

• Changing refers to the active participation of the


social workers in social reforms.
• This goal comes from a perspective that there is a
persistence of poverty, environmental destruction,
and social disintegration.
• One of the most significant goals of social work
because it contributes in the struggle to pursue a
lasting social change.
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CONFORMITY AND DEVIANCE

At the end of this lesson, you should be able to:


•explain the inevitable existence of conformity, deviance, and social
control in the social processes of our everyday lives,
•discuss the significant part or role of gossip, social ostracism, laws,
and punishments to social control,
•analyze the societal goals and socially acceptable means to survive,
•and discuss the consequences of defying and conforming to social
order.

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Analyze the scenario.
Suppose that in one exclusive school, it is the norm for students to be at their best
behavior at all times while inside the school premises. All students therefore
continuously make an effort to maintain their grace, poise, and good appearance
in order to avoid any sanctions.
Liz, a difficult and problematic student, transferred to the same school last year.
In just one year of stay, she was able to set up at least 5 pranks on her classmates
and teachers. Despite being punished for several times, she still cuts classes and
comes to school not wearing the prescribed uniform. There was also a time when
she punched two of the school's guards because they did not let her vandalize the
principal's office. Liz's classmates do not want to be friends with her because of
her behavior. They call her "Crazy Liz" behind her back.

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Questions

• What qualities characterize conformity and deviance?


• How does deviance affect a person's social status?Will
actions have an effect on social status if they were
unintentional?

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Social Processes and Relationships
• In the given scenario, the school was the representation of
society−the students were the conformists and Liz was the
defiant one. The school had particular rules and standard
of behaving, and Liz's actions caused disturbance within
the school. They did not only cause chaos, but they also
led Liz to be stigmatized.
• Negative sanctions will be given to people who exhibit
deviant acts, while effective sanctions will be given to
those who observe or conform.
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CONFORMITY AND DEVIANCE
Conformity
•is linked to the obedience of a person to the norms in order
to be acceptable in a particular society, group, or social
setting
Example: The majority of the class members, through a
group consensus, agreed to accept the proposal.

Deviance
•is the non-conformity or violation of the standards of
conduct, expectations, or norms of a particular group or
society
Example: There are power struggles among netizens who
disagree on the re-imposition of the death penalty.

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SOCIAL CONTROL
It is believed that society must have a social order to function
smoothly. The social order includes social standards, laws,
rules, and norms which are set by society, whether they are by
the majority or by a hierarchy. Ideally, people must exhibit
social order, but in reality, no society succeeds in getting all its
members to behave as expected all the time. If social order is
seen as the only way for communities to survive, they must
have ways of making people conform to social norms.

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Social Control Theory
•This is based on the idea that a person's fundamental belief system,
values, morals, commitments, and relationships promote a protected
environment.
•Oftentimes, individuals who have these beliefs and commitments
have a level of self-control over their actions.
•It examines or evaluates how society affects criminal behavior.
•It emphasizes the idea that when people are involved and in contact
with their community, they are less likely to perpetrate criminal acts.

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Gossip, Social Ostracism, and Laws and Punishments
Failure to embrace the accepted norms and values of society or inability to perform
the roles of a person’s status may lead to consequences in the form of gossip, social
ostracism, and laws and punishments.
Gossip
•refers to the idle talk or rumors about the personal or
private matters of others
•may lead to the discrediting of the reputation of the
subject
Social Ostracism
•refers to the exclusion of an individual from being socially
accepted
•includes the removal of social privileges and friendship with
the general members of the society
•a result of one's actions that give him or her an impression of
not being a worthy member of that society
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Laws and Punishments
Laws refer to the set of rules by the government to
regulate the way in which society behaves.
Punishments pertain to the pain, penalty, or suffering
that is imposed on a person who violates a law.

• People learn the mechanisms of social control through interactions with other
people. Couples who are expected to have a respectable family choose not to
quarrel out loud to avoid being talked about around their neighborhood.
• An individual will conform with his peers to avoid social rejection or
ostracism. To avoid punishment, people must follow the law.

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Social Processes and Relationships

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