Social Psychology
COMPELLING QUESTION: Bad apples or bad barrels: how valid is systems theory?
A theory that our behaviors are the result of our “systems” not our own will. Do we have control of our own behavior? When crisis arrives, these people look at the structure of the system, not the individuals.
In this unit students will allow the presentations held in the folder to guide their understanding. Each presentation ends with an activity for a formative assignment. Presentations and activities are in numbered order. Students should do their best and submit the document to the teacher for assessment. Below are supplemental videos that may support the student as they journey through the learning. Videos are in order as they are relevant. Throughout the unit, students will build to responding to the compelling question above. The C3 inquiry is below.
Outside of class, students will read the textbook chapter on Social Psychology and Chapter 7 from The Brain that Changes Itself by Norman Doidge.
Outside of class, students will read the textbook chapter on Social Psychology and Chapter 7 from The Brain that Changes Itself by Norman Doidge.
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Lesson PLans
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Social PsychologyWhat is social psychology?
What is social thinking? To what extent does social facilitation effect you? 
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Systems theoryDo we choose our own behaviors?
Does the bad apple really ruin the barrel? What systems are we a part of?
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AttractionWhat makes someone attractive?
What is falling in love? How does culture impact perceived attractiveness?
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RelationshipsHow can we foster a healthy relationship?
How consistent should relationships be? Are everyone's expectations identical?
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GroupsWhy do we join groups?
What are primary and secondary groups? What are group dynamics?
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PrejudiceWhy are some people prejudice against others?
What is groupthink? What is a self fulfilling prophecy? Does prejudice affect who we help?
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ConformityWhy do we conform?
What is normative influence? Would you ever hurt a stranger? How does conformity develop with age?
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CUltsWhy do people join cults?
Are all cults inherently bad? What are cult tactics?
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AltruismDo people do what's right?
Why do people do selfless things? What is the reward of being selfless? Should people be altruistic?
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Defense MechanismsDo we have a psychological immune system?
Are defense mechanisms healthy? What are your vulnerabilities?
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Additional resourcesConsider using the Psychology NHD project as a summative assessment for this unit. Linked below.
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