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Overview

Write a 4-5 page assessment in which you apply theories and concepts about prejudice, stereotypes, and groups to different points related to these topics.

Prejudice and stereotyping seem to be part of the human condition, and it is essential to examine how attitudes develop in order to change our behavior as individuals and as a society.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

Competency 2: Apply social psychological research and theory to examine social perception, social interaction, and social influence.

Examine how attitudes and behaviors of a group influence prejudice and stereotyping. Explain how membership in a group influences social judgment.

Competency 3: Analyze social psychological theory and research to explain personal, professional, and social issues. Analyze how portrayal of ethnic, cultural, and social groups by the media influences social perception of the group and perpetuates stereotyping.

Analyze how subtle stereotyping and cognitive dissonance can affect the ability to bring about social change.

Competency 5: Examine controversial research studies in social psychology from an ethical standpoint. Describe ethical challenges researchers face when conducting research on controversial topics.

Competency 6: Apply critical thinking skills to resolve conflicts and issues in the field of social psychology. Examine the implications and consequences for society of not addressing prejudice and stereotyping.

Competency 7: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.

Write coherently to support a central idea with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional.
Use APA format and style.

Questions to Consider

As you prepare to complete this assessment, you may want to think about other related issues to deepen your understanding or broaden your viewpoint. You are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of your professional community. Note that these questions are for your own development and exploration and do not need to be completed or submitted as part of your assessment.

How many types of prejudice or stereotyping can you think of? Where does prejudice against each group come from?
Are you afflicted with cognitive dissonance?

Assessment Instructions

Search for research articles on theories and concepts related to prejudice, stereotypes, and groups. For your assessment, apply at least one theory or concept to each of the following:

Examine how attitudes and behaviors of a group can contribute to prejudice and stereotyping.

Analyze how the portrayal of ethnic, cultural, or social groups by the media can influence social perception of those groups and perpetuate stereotypes. Provide specific examples of how a group has been portrayed in the media.
Explain how membership in a group can influence social judgment.

Analyze how subtle stereotyping in everyday language and cognitive dissonance can affect the ability to bring about social change. Provide specific examples.

Describe the types of ethical considerations researchers should consider before conducting research on the hotly debated topics of prejudice and stereotyping.

What are the implications and likely consequences for society if prejudice and stereotyping are not reduced?

Your submitted assessment should be 4-5 pages in length, excluding title page and reference page. Support your statements and analyses with references to at least three scholarly research articles. Be sure to follow APA guidelines for format and style.

Include a title page and reference page.
At least three current scholarly or professional resources. APA format.
Times New Roman font, 12 point. Double spaced.

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