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What is cognitive schemata?
What is cognitive schemata?
The way we organize and interpret experience by applying structures: prototypes, stereotypes, personal constructs, scripts.
A prototype is defined as your ideal example of a category; for instance, _____ is a perfect teacher because...
A prototype is defined as your ideal example of a category; for instance, _____ is a perfect teacher because...
someone
What are stereotypes?
What are stereotypes?
A predictive generalization about a person or situation, such as assuming all cheerleaders are blonde and dumb.
What are scripts?
What are scripts?
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What is a personal construct?
What is a personal construct?
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Study Notes
Cognitive Schemata
- Cognitive schemata are mental frameworks used to organize and interpret experiences.
- They include structures such as prototypes, stereotypes, personal constructs, and scripts.
Prototypes
- Prototypes serve as ideal examples that define a category.
- They reflect individual beliefs about what constitutes the best representation in a category.
Stereotypes
- Stereotypes are broad generalizations that predict behaviors or characteristics of individuals based on group membership.
- Example stereotype: "All cheerleaders are blonde and dumb," which oversimplifies and misrepresents individuals.
Scripts
- Scripts are structured sequences of actions or dialogues expected in specific situations.
- For instance, a common script is to introduce oneself upon meeting someone new, guiding interpersonal interactions.
Personal Construct
- Personal constructs act as bipolar mental tools for evaluating people and situations.
- They help individuals categorize experiences along dimensions such as good-bad or friendly-unfriendly, influencing perceptions and judgments.
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Test your understanding of cognitive schemata, including prototypes, stereotypes, scripts, and personal constructs. This quiz explores how these mental frameworks help us organize and interpret experiences. Dive into definitions and examples to reinforce your knowledge.
