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Transmission Of Norms And Values - GCSE Sociology Definition

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Transmission of Norms and Values refers to the way in which societies pass on shared rules and beliefs from one generation to the next. In simple terms, it is how young people learn what is considered right and wrong, important, or proper in their culture or community. This learning can happen through family, schools, media, and peers. For example, families teach children to say "please" and "thank you," schools teach the importance of honesty, and media can show what is fashionable or trendy. Understanding this process helps us see how culture is maintained and continues over time.

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