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PSY530 Week 1 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
Explain how social psychology is different
from sociology, psychology, and other subfields of psychology. Why is there a
need for social psychology as a unique scientific field different from the subfields
of psychology?
dq 2
Discuss some of the research methods that
social psychologists use to gain insight into question posed in the field. Be
sure to include a description of empirical research in your response. Do you
feel this is best research method for social psychologists, explain why or why
not.
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PSY530 Week 2 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
In what ways do the typical attributions of
people from collectivistic cultures differ from those of people from
individualistic cultures? Why do these differences exist? Provide empirical
evidence supporting your explanations.
dq 2
Human beings often speculate as to the causes
of others’ behavior. Explain how cognitive and motivational factors can cause
people to be biased when making attributions. What are some of the social and
individual consequences of the types of attributions they make?
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PSY530 Week 3 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
Provide a real-life example of informational
social influences impacting a person's decision or behavior. Provide a
real-life example of normative social influences impacting a person's decision
or behavior. Can the influence of conformity, compliance, or obedience be
decreased? How would this impact the situations you identified?
dq 2
In what ways can social influence have a
positive impact on behavior? In what ways can social influence have a negative
impact on behavior? Provide examples to support your response.
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PSY530 Week 4 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
Prejudice has traditionally been assumed to be
the product of some form of malice, brought about by social or emotional
forces. In recent years, there has been increasing research on how prejudice
can result from cognitive processes, without malicious intent. Discuss how and
why cognitive processes can produce prejudice. What is the impact of culture on
prejudice? Once stereotypes and prejudices are formed, how do they come to be
self-perpetuating?
dq 2
Describe institutional bias. Provide some
examples of institutional biases? What roles do attitudes, stereotypes, and
prejudices play in institutional biases? What impact does cultural influence
have on institutional biases?
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PSY530 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
How do different perspectives impact
relationship development and maintenance particularly, in terms of exchange
versus communal factors? Have you ever experienced these different
perspectives?Provide examples.
dq 2
Using the social exchange theory, equity
theory and penetration theory, describe how relationships are maintained or
ended. What role does attachment style play in the level of intimacy shared in
friendships or intimate relationships?
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PSY530 Week 6 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
When is frustration more likely to lead to
aggression? When is it more likely to produce stronger reactions (e.g.,
violence)? Discuss possible solutions to this problem, including anger
management programs.
dq 2
How do people’s attributions regarding the
causes of another person’s plight influence their willingness to help that person?
Is this “typical response” justified within a Christian framework? Why or why
not?
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PSY530 Week 7 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
What is groupthink? How does it affect the
decisions made by a group? Identify the critical factors that are believed to
lead to groupthink. Explain how you could reduce groupthink in terms of these
factors.
dq 2
Consider how being part of a crowd or group
changes your behavior. How can deindividuation change people's behavior? Could
deindividuation lead to positive outcomes? What is a way to encourage members
of a crowd to behave in line with their "normal" values?
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PSY530 Week 8 Discussion 1 & 2 Latest 2017 July
dq 1
Explain how happiness is effected by social
relationships, work, leisure, and religion.
dq 2
Select a scholarly article that discusses
religion and happiness. Discuss the effect that religious belief has on
people's happiness or unhappiness as it relates to their behaviors and
attitudes. What effect does religion have on helping behavior, the prevalence of
prejudice, and health of religious people? Share your findings.
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PSY530 Week 1 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
This assignment has two parts, the first part
will require an exploration of the Social Psychology Network and the second
part will require an examination of the research.
Part 1:
Choose one study from the Social Psychology Network website.
To access the online research:
1. Look
under the header on the left side of the page labeled “Social Psychology
Pages.”
2. Click
on the link labeled “Online Psychology Studies”
3. Participate
in a study
In 750-1,000 words, review research related to
the topic area of the study chosen (some articles can be found in the Social
Psychology Network site, others will require outside research). Identify the
type of research (survey, experiment, etc.) used with the study and evaluate
the appropriateness of that methodology. Summarize the advantages and
disadvantages of using an Internet site as a means of collecting data in
psychological research. Elaborate on any potential confounds or ethical
concerns noted while participating in the study.
Use three to five scholarly sources in addition to the social psychology
website, your textbook can be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.
This benchmark assignment assesses the
following programmatic competencies: 2.1: Utilize sociocultural factors to
inform/influence scientific inquiry.
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PSY530 Week 2 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
In 750-1,000 words, provide a minimum of four
personal examples to illustrate impression management, social tuning, social
comparisons, mindsets, intrinsic/extrinsic motivation, or causal theories.
One example provided must address face to face versus written communication
styles. Are there measures that can be taken when communicating nonverbally to
improve self-presentation, impression management, attributional inferences, and
cognitive biases?
Each example provided should be based upon how your personal views were shaped
by parents, teachers, friends, community, culture, etc. Each example should be
supported by relevant research.
Use two to three scholarly sources to support your thinking, your textbook can
be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.
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PSY530 Week 3 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
Refer to "Research Proposals" and
follow the instructions for completing this assignment.While APA style is not
required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected,
and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting
guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student
Success Center.This assignment uses a scoring guide. Please review the scoring
guide prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
PSY-530 – Social Psychology
Research Paper Proposals
Throughout the program, you should
be thinking of a research topic you would like to explore. In the capstone
course (PSY-693), you will create a research proposal. To assist you in the
creation of that proposal, you will decide on a research topic and begin
collecting empirical studies to support the need for research. Your topic must
relate to a basic social psychological principle; however it can fall into one
of the applied subfields (forensic psychology, psychology of religion,
industrial organization, health psychology, etc.).
For this assignment you will create
your research question and at least five scholarly, peer reviewed, empirical
studies, all from the past 5 to 7years. Your articles must support the need for
your research.
The following information will
assist in the formation of your research question and the beginning collection
of literature:
1. Use the empirical checklist
(located in course materials) to assure your article is an empirical article.
2. Explore the Center for Innovation
in Research and Teaching (cirt.gcu.edu) for information on research topics and
literature reviews. From the main page, under Research Development – click on
Research Ready. Each section has several bits of information to help formulate
your research. Additionally on the right hand side under Development Resources,
explore Research Tutorials. This section will assist you in creating your
research questions and further information on literature reviews.
Prepare a document that includes
your research question(s), including how your research will add to the current
research in your chosen field. Your document will include five scholarly, peer
reviewed, empirical studies from the past 5 to 7 years. This section should
include APA formatted citations for each article, including permalink;
additionally a short annotation for each article stating how the literature
shows your research is needed.
While APA styleis not required for
the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and
documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines,
which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success
Center.
This assignment uses a scoring
guide. Please review the scoring guide prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this
assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success
Center.
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PSY530 Week 4 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
Take one (gender, age, race, sexuality,
disability, or weight) of the Implicit Association Tests (IAT) at the Harvard
University website.
In 750-1,000 words, address the following:
1. Examine
how attitude is formed.
2. Discuss
how personal implicit biases can form understandings at a local, national or
global level.
3. Analyze
the strengths and weaknesses of the IAT as a research tool.
4. Reflect
on your personal results from the IAT.
Use three to five scholarly sources to support
your thinking, your textbook can be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.
This benchmark assignment assesses the
following programmatic competencies: 2.2: Evaluate Interpersonal skills; 2.3:
Propose values that build community at local, national, or global levels.
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PSY530 Week 5 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
Recall a classic love story between two people
that you have read (this can include children’s stories, historical figures, or
fictional characters) or have seen in a movie or television show. In 750-1,000
words, describe the attraction between the two characters using the concepts of
associated effects of emotion, proximity, repeated exposure, similarity,
physical beauty, and familiarity.
Use two to three scholarly sources to support your thinking, your textbook can
be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.
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PSY530 Week 6 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
Choose a recent national or international news
report of an aggressive act performed by an individual or group. Research
available background details on the individual or group and supporting details.
In 750-1,000 words, do the following:
1. Analyze
one of the four theoretical models (biological, drive, social learning, or
general aggression model) to explain factors that could have contributed to the
aggressive behavior described in the news report.
2. Discuss
preventative measures that could have been employed.
Use two to three scholarly sources to support
your thinking, your textbook can be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the
directions in the Student Success Center.
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Week 7 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Review theBystander Effect.
In 750-1,000 words, define and discuss the ways in which diffusion of
responsibility, pluralistic ignorance, and victim effects can influence helping
behavior. Include ways social and cultural pressure, and beliefs about
"self" affect helping behavior.
Use two to three scholarly sources to support your thinking, your textbook can
be used as one of the resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the
guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review
the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the
expectations for successful completion.
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PSY530 Week 8 Assignment Latest 2017 July
Details:
Refer to "Research Paper" and follow
the instructions for completing this assignment.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style
Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the
assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
PSY-530 – Social Psychology
Research Paper
Throughout the program, you should
be thinking of a research topic you would like to explore. In the capstone
course (PSY-693), you will create a research proposal. To assist you in the
creation of that proposal, you have decided on a research topic and begun
collecting empirical studies to support the need for research. Your topic must
relate to a basic social psychological principle; however it can fall into one
of the applied subfields (forensic psychology, psychology of religion,
industrial organization, health psychology, etc.).
For this assignment you will begin
analyzing the current research around your chosen topic.
Using the empirical articles you
have collected thus far, compare the current research for your chosen topic, in
1,250-1,500 words. The following information will assist in the analysis of the
literature:
1. Introduction: This section should
include your research question with a brief explanation of why the research is
needed.
2. Compare and analyze the
literature in the articles collected.
3. Compare the limitations of the
studies you have collected.
4. A conclusion that includes how
your research will add to the current field of research.
Prepare a document that includes
your research question(s), including how your research will add to the current
research in your chosen field (from your Topic 3 assignment). Your document
will include five scholarly, peer reviewed, empirical studies from the past 5
to 7 years. This section should include APA formatted citations for each
article, including permalink or doi number.
Prepare this assignment according to
the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success
Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric.
Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar
with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this
assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success
Center.
