Use of knowledge in society W+R and Sherif

Question 1

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Answer 1

It is important when conducting research to know that findings may be useful to society and to review any negative implications
This allows for cost benefit discussions

Question 2

W and R pos use of knowledge in soc

Answer 2

+Can learn to deal with phobias and treat them- cc shows we can change associations, aversion therapy and sys desens
+Animal training, shaping ideal behaviours

Question 3

W and R neg use of knowledge in soc

Answer 3

• CC can be used as a form of torture or control. Use to fear groups.
• Used by authoritarian governments

Question 4

Sherif pos use of knowledge in soc

Answer 4

+Bridgeman (1979) used ideas about RCT to develop jigsaw classroom, to tackle racial prejudice. End result was increased liking and empathy for outgroup members and improved academic performance for black minority students- SHOWS INTERVENTION GOOD
+Can help us to understand how to reduce prej through superordinate goals in many other situations such a sports

Question 5

Sherif neg use of knowledge in soc

Answer 5

-Authoritarian govs discouraging immigration- leading people to fear immigrants and the competition for finite resources such as jobs, resulting in prejudice