2520 ASSESS 2

2520 ASSESS 2

For this assessment, you’ll write a 3-5 page paper in which you'll apply social psychology concepts to a movie.

Introduction

Social psychology can help you understand the world around you and answer questions about why people behave the way they do. Why is it so hard to take a chance and go back to school? Why do people start smoking when they know it's bad for them? Why do protests turn violent at times? For this assessment, you will apply social psychology theory and concepts to a movie and explore concepts related to interpersonal relationships, teamwork, and more.

Overview

For this assessment, you’ll apply social psychology concepts to a movie.

Preparation

1. Watch one of the following movies:
   • Remember the Titans.
   • Apollo 13.
   • Miracle.
   • Invictus.
   • The Avengers.
   • Glory Road.
   • Lord of the Rings: Fellowship of the Ring.
   • Pitch Perfect.
   • Cool Runnings.
   • Coach Carter.
   • Shackleton.
   • Thirteen Days.
   • Take the Lead.
2. Then find a peer-reviewed research article in the Capella library regarding a social dilemma featured in the film you watched. Consider the following as possibilities
   • Prisoner’s dilemma.
   • Tragedy of the Commons.
   • Public goods dilemma.
   • Social traps.
   • Command and control policies.
   • Market based policies.
   • Voluntarist policies.
   • Outgroup bias.
   • Perceptual dilemma.
   • Any other concept from Chapter 13 in Social Psychology.
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     Instructions

     Write a 3–5-page paper that includes the following:
     • Introduction (1 paragraph).
       • Include a short summary of the movie.
     • Interpersonal relationships (1–2 paragraphs).
       • Focus on one or two key relationships and use the concepts regarding friendship or love.
         • Describe the social psychology concept(s).
         • Use examples from the film to illustrate your point.
     • Teamwork (2–3 paragraphs).
       • Describe one concept that leads to effective teams.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
       • Describe one concept that leads to problems with teams.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
       • Describe one concept related to leadership.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
     • Social factors (3–4 paragraphs).
       • Describe one concept regarding social dilemmas.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
       • Describe the findings from a peer-reviewed research article regarding social dilemmas.
         • Use an example from the film that reflects the research findings.
       • Describe one concept related to stereotypes or prejudices.
         • Identify aspects of individual and cultural diversity and interpersonal challenges that may result from diversity and context.
           • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
     • Behaviors (2–3 paragraphs).
       • Describe one concept regarding prosocial behaviors.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
       • Describe one concept regarding aggression.
         • Use an example from the film to illustrate your point.
     • Conclusion (2–3 paragraphs).
       • Self-reflection. Share what you learned from the examples in the movie that you can apply to your career: information literacy, research, problem solving, teamwork, and leadership.
       • Describe how psychology can promote civic, social, and global outcomes that benefit others.

       • Submission Requirements

         • Written communication: Written communication is in professional style with correct grammar, usage, and mechanics.
         • Resources: Use a minimum of three sources: your textbook, the movie, and one peer-reviewed journal article.
         • APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to APA style and formatting.
           • Refer to Academic Writer for guidance in using proper APA style. See the Evidence and APA Citation section of the Writing Center for instructions on accessing and using Academic Writer.
         • Length: 3–5 double-spaced, typed pages.
         • Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.