Socialization isthe activity of mixing socially with others or the process of learning tobehave in a way that is acceptable to society. Human development is perpetuatedby the social practices, values, and norms around us. There are four mainagents that contribute to human development: family, schools, peerrelationships, and the mass media.
In my opinion,family is the most important agent of human development. When we are infants,we cannot survive on our own and completely depend on others. Parents are heldaccountable to teach us how to function and take are of ourselves. Children alsopick up ways of behavior and characteristics of their parents.School passes knowledgeonto kids and teaches them key lessons in life like: be quiet in class, bepunctual, and observe rules. Children also learn social skills in school.
Dailyinteractions with teachers and other students can really further develop achild’s abilities. Children also acquire the significance of followingauthority.
