Social Categorisation

Question 1

What are ‘In and Out’ groups?

Answer 1

1. The idea of ‘us’ and ‘them’

Question 2

What is Social Learning Theory?

Answer 2

1. We learn to stereotype people
2. We learn how to treat others
3. Teenagers more influenced by friends than parents

Question 3

Analyse stereotypes

Answer 3

1. Positive- saves thinking time
2. Negative- could impact memory, and could become a self fulfilling prophecy

Question 4

Practical Application for Social Categorisation

Answer 4

1. If we understand what groups were in, we can reduce prejudice and discrimination
2. Can help reduce hate crime

Question 5

Consequence for Social Categorisation

Answer 5

1. Stereotypes don’t always lead to prejudice