James,Matt,Karla,and Ann Have Formed a Research Group to Study a Communication

question 37

Multiple Choice

James,Matt,Karla,and Ann have formed a research group to study a communication theory.They each are responsible for contributing five articles to the group.They meet in the library and identify twenty articles that deal with their theory.They divide up the articles,and they schedule a meeting in which they will give a report to the other group members over their five articles.This group is using which function effectively?

• A) Identify a clear,elevating goal
• B) Gather and share apocopate information
• C) Develop options
• D) Evaluate ideas

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Definitions:

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, and behaviors appropriate to their society.

Sociologically

Pertaining to or involving the study of the development, structure, and functioning of human society and the behavior of individual people and groups within it.

Significant Others

Individuals who have a profound influence on one's self-concept and social identity, typically through close personal relationships.

Agents of Socialization

These are individuals, groups, and institutions that shape an individual's social development and norms, including family, peers, schools, and media.