Political Ideology
Political Socialization
“the process by which individuals gain their political attitudes and opinions”
Family and Home
Schools
Peer groups,
friends, clubs,
coworkers
Religion
Interest Groups
OPINION
FORMATION
Mass
Media
Social
Characteristics
Government
Leaders
Political Ideology & Political Spectrum
• Ideology – a system of ideas and ideals, esp.
one that forms the basis of economic or
political theory and policy
• Spectrum – a range of political views
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Conservative v. Liberal
Republican v. Democrat
Right v. Left
Typically, people are a combination, hence they
fall on the ‘spectrum’ at various points
• Fiscal vs. Social, Economic vs. Cultural
Political Ideology Intro Activity
• As I read the statements move to one of
the three spots in the room, according to
how you feel about the statement
• Agree, Disagree, Not Sure
Ideology & Party Affiliation Quizzes
Tasks:
A. Follow link #1 on my website, and complete quiz 2 –
The Political Compass. Record your placement on the
political ideology grid on a sheet of paper.
B.
Follow link #2 on my website, and complete the
isidewith.com quiz. Record the breakdown of your
party affiliation on the same sheet of paper.
C.
Answer the following questions on your paper
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2)
According to these quizzes, what is your political ideology and
political party affiliation?
To what extend do you feel your placement on these quizzes is
accurate pertaining to where you stand right now?