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Assignment - Breaking Social Norms Essay
Description - This assignment asks that each of you conduct an actual experiment. It is not a reflection on past behavior.
Getting Started - Think of a norm that most people follow without question.
Examples: Attending classes all day NOT dressed as a plush toy, asking strangers for a cigarette not a snack, lighting up the bummed cigarette immediately not saving it for later, riding in a elevator facing the door not standing with the door behind you, etc.
Conduct YOUR Experiment
Disrupt that norm by not following it.
Do not violate any formal norms like laws and school policy. No one should break norms that would cause an arrest or a ticketing. You should also not break norms that could hurt others feelings or agitate or anger someone.
For example, do not skip anyone in a line, do not engage in rude behavior, do not attempt to walk or bike ride through a drive-thru meant for automobiles.
Reflection
Write a 3-paragraph reflection about this experience. Include:
1. Why you chose the norm?
2. How you challenged it?
3. What were the reactions from others? Did they attempt to restore normalcy? How?
4. How did you feel?