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Language

Language is the effective and efficient way to develop socialization. It helps people to
communicate directly with others. They can understand the feelings of the other people
if the language is known. But if there is a language problem, then a person cannot
communicate properly. As a result s/he cannot share his/her feelings, necessities and
others' feelings also cannot be understood and the process of socialization can be slow.
Therefore, a language is a very important element.

Agents of Socialization

Socialization is a continuous learning process. It begins with birth and continues till
death. There are many agents determining the learning process of socialization. Such
as geography of a society, socio-political and economic condition, language, religion,
customs and traditions, etc. Broadly, agents of socialization are categorized into two
parts on the basis of time and space. They are Primary Agents and Secondary Agents.

1. Primary Agents

The process of learning starts from mother, family, relatives, neighbours,
friends right after the birth and continue for life time in an informal way is called
Primary Agent. For instance, mother is the first agent for socialization in childhood.
She teaches her child to speak, walk, etc. Then family members teach the social
behaviour, when child grows he/she makes peer group and starts learning from them.
Similarly, neighbours and relatives teach many kinds of social norms, values, culture,
traditions and lifestyles. Therefore, family, relatives, peer group and neighbours are
the primary agents of socialization.

2. Secondary Agents

The process of learning starts when a child attains school. This kind of learning
is a bit systematic. A child is compelled to scheduled time and has to undergo through
rules and regulations and maintain discipline. This type of learning is called Secondary
Agent. Educational institutions, social, religious, cultural and financial institutions
are the examples of secondary agents of socialization.
In educational institutions, a child is compelled to read textbooks, appear examinations
and participate in extracurricular activities. Later, they expand their horizon when
they attend colleges and universities. They can be in contact with many social
organizations, NGOs and INGOs to serve the society voluntarily and on paid basis.

Importance of Socialization

Socialization teaches an individual the basic skills and social knowledge to live
in a society too.
Through socialization an individual attains a perfect personality by fulfilling
social obligations and becomes a respectful member of the society.

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