CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Formal norms have generally be written down and involve strict rule for punishment of violators. Laws are an example of formal norms.

Detailed explanation-2: -Norms are enforced by internalized values, by refusals to interact with the offender, by disapproval of his actions, and sometimes by private violence. Norms are an attractive method of social control because a rule may be desirable but too costly a project for the state to undertake relative to the benefits.

Detailed explanation-3: -Therefore, laws are social norms that have become formally inscribed at the state or federal level, and can laws can result in formal punishment for violations, such as fines, incarceration, or even death.

Detailed explanation-4: -What are the 4 types of norms? The four types of social norms are: folkways, mores, taboos, and laws. Folkways are standard behaviours which people follow in their everyday life, while interacting with the society. They may or not be aligned with morals.

Detailed explanation-5: -Formal norms are established, written rules. They are behaviors worked out and agreed upon in order to suit and serve the most people. Laws are formal norms, but so are employee manuals, college entrance exam requirements, and “no running” signs at swimming pools.