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Socialization in different theories Each different theory of sociology interprets and sees Socialization in a different way. Functionalism, Interactionism and Marxism all have very different views on the same subject, showing in themselves that everyone in society thinks differently, and therefore, socialization can be interpreted differently by absolutely anyone. Functionalism (or the consensus theory) is based mainly on the idea that there is a consensus in society, with a set of values and norms, telling us how we should behave. Functionalists argue that society exists because people choose to live together and socialise with one another. Emile Durkheim, a leading exponent of Functionalism argued that these norms and values can only be learnt through a process of socialization, which must continue throughout life. His argument can be validated and backed-up by the story of "The wild boy of Avyeron", a child isolated for many years in a wood. He never learnt...

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