Which term describes the learning of acceptable beliefs and behaviour?

Which term describes the learning of acceptable beliefs and behaviour?

• A. Sport
• B. Socialisation
• C. Institution
• D. Competition

Answer: (B)

Socialisation is the process by which individuals learn the beliefs, values, and behaviours that are accepted in a group or society. In sport and PE, this means how players learn to act with teammates and opponents, what counts as respectful conduct, how to follow team rules, and how to fit into the culture of a club or school. This learning comes from family, peers, teachers, coaches, and the wider sporting environment through both formal rules and informal observation and feedback. The result is someone who understands and behaves in ways that are acceptable within the sporting community. The other options describe activities or structures (physical sport, an organisation, or the drive to win) rather than the process of learning social norms.

Socialisation is the process by which individuals learn the beliefs, values, and behaviours that are accepted in a group or society. In sport and PE, this means how players learn to act with teammates and opponents, what counts as respectful conduct, how to follow team rules, and how to fit into the culture of a club or school. This learning comes from family, peers, teachers, coaches, and the wider sporting environment through both formal rules and informal observation and feedback. The result is someone who understands and behaves in ways that are acceptable within the sporting community. The other options describe activities or structures (physical sport, an organisation, or the drive to win) rather than the process of learning social norms.