BEH-311: W4 – Judging, Stereotypes and Prejudice

BEH-311 Social Psychology

W4 – Judging, Stereotypes and Prejudice

Two Parts to this assignment:

Part I:

Answer the DQ’s in 50 words or more (be specific):

Explain the relationship between stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination and the differences between these terms. What examples from your life come to mind?

You may also post a link to a current events news story relevant to the course and discuss how it is related to the topic for this week. – Ensure to include the link.

Part II:

Assignment Detail:

Write a paper of approximately 400 words that addresses the three following components:

o Explain what is meant by “shifting standards” when judging members of different groups. Give an example.

o Explain why stereotypes are formed and used.

o The “Robber’s Cave” experiment is important in social psychology. Tell what happened in the study. Explain the significance of the study.