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What is the primary focus of social psychology?
What is the primary focus of social psychology?
- The study of personality traits
- The cognitive processes in decision making
- The influence of environment on individual behavior
- Understanding social interactions and influences (correct)
What process is referred to when we explain why events or actions occur?
What process is referred to when we explain why events or actions occur?
- Cognition
- Social conformity
- Behavioral observation
- Attribution (correct)
In making attributions, what are internal attributions based on?
In making attributions, what are internal attributions based on?
- Character traits of the individual (correct)
- Social pressure and expectations
- The surrounding context of a situation
- Observations of physical behavior
Which attribution type involves assessing a situation rather than the individual?
Which attribution type involves assessing a situation rather than the individual?
What might lead someone to perceive Lexi as an unreliable friend?
What might lead someone to perceive Lexi as an unreliable friend?
Which scenario best describes a situation where internal and external attributions can be discussed?
Which scenario best describes a situation where internal and external attributions can be discussed?
How might groups affect individual behavior according to social psychology?
How might groups affect individual behavior according to social psychology?
What is a potential external attribution for receiving a failing grade on an exam?
What is a potential external attribution for receiving a failing grade on an exam?
What is one of the effects of deindividuation when individuals are part of a large group?
What is one of the effects of deindividuation when individuals are part of a large group?
Which scenario is most likely to lead to groupthink?
Which scenario is most likely to lead to groupthink?
How does the presence of others affect performance according to social facilitation?
How does the presence of others affect performance according to social facilitation?
What is a common consequence of social loafing?
What is a common consequence of social loafing?
In which context is social loafing most likely to occur?
In which context is social loafing most likely to occur?
What is the fundamental attribution error?
What is the fundamental attribution error?
How does the actor-observer bias differ from the self-serving bias?
How does the actor-observer bias differ from the self-serving bias?
Which statement reflects an external attribution regarding poverty?
Which statement reflects an external attribution regarding poverty?
According to social identity theory, how do we perceive ingroups and outgroups?
According to social identity theory, how do we perceive ingroups and outgroups?
What is the ultimate attribution error characterized by?
What is the ultimate attribution error characterized by?
What is ingroup favoritism?
What is ingroup favoritism?
In the context of group dynamics, what does the Minimal Groups Paradigm illustrate?
In the context of group dynamics, what does the Minimal Groups Paradigm illustrate?
Why might an observer attribute another’s failure to dispositional traits?
Why might an observer attribute another’s failure to dispositional traits?
Flashcards
Social Psychology Definition
Social Psychology Definition
The study of social interactions and the social influences that explain why the same person might act differently in various situations.
Attribution
Attribution
People's explanations for why events or actions occur.
Internal Attribution
Internal Attribution
Attributing a behavior to a person's characteristic or personality traits.
External Attribution
External Attribution
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Scenario 1(Driver)
Scenario 1(Driver)
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Failing Exam
Failing Exam
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Life of the Party
Life of the Party
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Angry Friend
Angry Friend
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Deindividuation
Deindividuation
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Groupthink
Groupthink
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Social Facilitation
Social Facilitation
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Social Loafing
Social Loafing
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What is the difference between social facilitation and social loafing?
What is the difference between social facilitation and social loafing?
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Fundamental Attribution Error
Fundamental Attribution Error
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Actor-Observer Bias
Actor-Observer Bias
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Self-Serving Bias
Self-Serving Bias
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Ultimate Attribution Error
Ultimate Attribution Error
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Ingroup
Ingroup
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Outgroup
Outgroup
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Social Identity Theory
Social Identity Theory
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Minimal Groups Paradigm
Minimal Groups Paradigm
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Social Psychology
- Professor Willroth
- Introduction to Psychology
- October 11, 2023
Week Overview
- Monday 11/11: Social Psychology Part 1 (Textbook Modules 40-41), Quiz 8
- Wednesday 11/13: Social Psychology Part 2 (Textbook Modules 42-43)
- Friday 11/15: No class, Alternative Assignment on Canvas
- Looking Ahead: Personality Psychology and Quiz 9 next week
Today's Learning Goals
- Describe social psychology and what social psychologists study
- Describe processes people use to understand events/actions
- Explain how groups influence behavior
What is Social Psychology?
- Study of social interactions
- Examines social influences that lead to different behaviors in various situations
Does the Person or the Situation Cause Behavior?
- Questioning the role of individual personality versus the surrounding environment in shaping actions
How Do We Explain People's Behavior?
- Attribution: People's explanations for events or actions
Internal Attributions
- Focus on personal characteristics/traits explaining behavior
Situational Attributions
- Focus on the situation in explaining behavior
Biases in Attributions
- Actor-observer bias: Tendency to explain own behavior due to situations, but others' behaviors due to their personalities
- Self-serving bias: Taking personal credit for success but blaming outside factors for failure
Our Attributions Matter
- Poverty: Internal view (hard work brings success) vs. External view (structural inequalities)
Groups and Their Influence
- Ingroups: Groups a person belongs to
- Outgroups: Groups a person does not belong to
- Social Identity Theory: Group membership influences self-perception.
- Ingroup Favoritism: Tendency to favor members of one's own group
- Minimal Groups Paradigm: Demonstrates ingroup favoritism even in arbitrary groups
- Ultimate Attribution Error: Ingroup members receive less blame for negative actions but little credit for positive actions performed by out-group members.
How Do Groups Affect Behavior?
- Deindividuation: Reduced self-awareness and personal standards within a large group. Factors include anonymity, heightened arousal, and low accountability.
- Groupthink: Poor decision-making due to group pressure to maintain cohesiveness and harmony. Often occurs under intense external pressure with strong opinions from group leaders.
Social Facilitation and Social Loafing
- Social facilitation: Improved performance in the presence of other people for well-rehearsed tasks while poorly practiced skills decline.
- Social loafing: People exert less effort in a group setting than when working alone.
Additional Notes
- Scenarios: A list of various scenarios provided for practice. Consider internal and external attributions for actions in presented scenarios.
- Fundamental Attribution Error: Tendency to overemphasize personality traits while underestimating situational factors when explaining others' behavior.
- Poll Everywhere Question (Example): A text-based poll question about fundamental attribution theory.
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Test your understanding of social psychology concepts including group influence on behavior and attribution processes. This quiz covers the material from Textbook Modules 40-41 that highlight the nature of social interactions and the roles of individuals and environments in shaping actions.
