Agents and Processes of Socialization

define socialization. enumerate the agents of socialization. mention the importance of socialization

Meaning of socialization- lifelong process of inheriting and passing on the norms, customs and ideologies of a social group. It may provide the individual with the skills and habits necessary for participating within their own society.
Agents of socialization e.g.
family, school, religious organizations, press, age grade, peer group, clubs & societies.
Importance of socialization- is the means by which human infants begin to acquire the skills necessary to perform as a functioning member of their society, and is the most important learning process one can experience