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    OVERVIEW
    Write a 34-page assessment in which you observe and describe pro- and antisocial behaviors apply a theory or concept from social psychology to explain these behaviors and examine the role of media in promoting pro-social behavior.
    By successfully completing this assessment you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:
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    Competency 2: Apply social psychological research and theory to examine social perception social interaction and social influence.
    Describe pro-social behavior depicted in media.
    Describe antisocial behavior depicted in media.
    Apply a theory or concept related to social psychology to explain factors that influence behavioral decisions.
    Competency 3: Analyze social psychological theory and research to explain personal professional and social issues.
    Examine how media can promote pro-social behavior.
    Competency 7: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly professional and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
    Write coherently to support a central idea with correct grammar usage and mechanics as expected of a psychology professional.
    Use APA format and style.
    CONTEXT
    In the language of social psychology pro-social behaviors are those that promote the well-being of members of society and society as a whole such as cooperation fairness helping and forgiveness while antisocial behavior is behavior that is dismissive or harmful to others. Aggression and violence are part of antisocial behavior; however antisocial behavior also includes behaviors such as cheating lying littering and stealing (Baumeister & Bushman 2014).
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    Are people more or less likely to receive help when there are a lot of people around versus only one or two people? What are people willing to sacrifice for the good of others? As professionals if we know the answers to these questions and to others that concern conditions that promote pro-social or antisocial behavior we can actively and effectively work to promote pro-social choices and minimize antisocial actions.
    Reference
    Baumeister R. F. & Bushman B. J. (2014). Social psychology & human nature (3rd ed.). Belmont CA: Wadsworth.
    QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER
    To deepen your understanding you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner a work associate an interested friend or a member of the business community.
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    What do people do in order to make possible the success of their cultural and social groups?
    Are people more or less likely to receive help when there are a lot of people around versus only one or two people?
    What are people willing to sacrifice for the good of others? As professionals if we know the answers to these questions and to others that concern conditions that promote pro-social or antisocial behavior we can actively and effectively work to promote pro-social choices and minimize antisocial actions.
    RESOURCES
    Course Library Guide
    A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to refer to the Introduction to Social Psychology Library Guide to help direct your research.
    Internet Resources
    Access the following resources by clicking the links provided. Please note that URLs change frequently. Permissions for the following links have been either granted or deemed appropriate for educational use at the time of course publication. Note: To access the videos in Clips for Class use the link then scroll to the appropriate video.
    Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Prosocial Behavior: Park goers reaction to interracial couples fighting | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#prosocial.
    Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Social Cognition: Responsibility of strangers | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#cognition
    Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Social Cognition: Availability heuristic | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#cognition
    Cengage Learning. (2014). Clips for Class: Social: Emotion and Affect: When emotions make better decisions Antonio Damasio | Transcript. Retrieved from http://www.clipsforclass.com/social#emotion
    Volkswagen. (2009). The funtheory. Retrieved from http://www.thefuntheory.com
    Explore this Web site to view ideas for promoting positive social behavior.
    WGBH Educational Foundation. (2001). Judgement and decision making. Annenberg Learner. Retrieved from http://www.learner.org/series/discoveringpsychology/02/e02expand.html
    Bookstore Resources
    The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless noted otherwise these materials are available for purchase from the Capella University Bookstore. When searching the bookstore be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific FP (FlexPath) course designation.
    Baumeister R. F. & Bushman B. J. (2014). Social psychology & human nature (3rd ed.). Belmont CA: Wadsworth.
    Chapters 6 9 and 10.
    ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS
    Preparation
    Locate research articles on the topics of pro-social and antisocial behavior. Find at least two articles to use in this assessment.
    Watch the Clips for Class videos linked in the Required Resources. Note: To access the videos in Clips for Class use the link then scroll to the appropriate video.
    Select one recent advertisement (from television billboard or other advertising media) that depicts pro-social behavior and one that depicts antisocial behavior. These will be used as the foundation for this assessment.
    InstructionsAfter reviewing the video clips and selecting advertisements complete your assessment. In your introduction describe or identify the advertisements you selected. Include the following in your assessment:
    Describe the pro-social behaviors you observed in the video clips and the advertisements you selected.
    Describe the antisocial behaviors you observed in the video clips and the advertisements you selected.
    Apply at least one theory or concept from social psychology to explain the factors (individual and social) that influence a person’s decision to behave pro-socially or antisocially.
    Examine how media can play a role in promoting pro-social behavior.
    Your completed assessment should be 34 pages in length excluding title page and reference page. Be sure you follow APA guidelines for style and format.Additional Requirements
    Include a title page and reference page.
    At least two current scholarly or professional resources.
    APA format.
    Times New Roman font 12 point.
    Double spaced.

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