Collective action
What do we call it when people work together to achieve a common goal?
Collective action.
What is activism?
Taking action to promote social, political, environmental, or economic change.
What is a strategy?
A plan to achieve a goal.
Students collect signatures asking for better campus Wi-Fi. What tactic are they using?
A petition.
True or False: Every tactic is equally effective in every situation.
False
Name one reason people participate in collective action.
To solve a social problem, raise awareness, influence policy, improve their community, etc.
Name one famous social movement.
Civil Rights Movement, Women's Suffrage Movement, Environmental Movement, etc.
What is a tactic?
A specific action used to implement a strategy.
A group organizes a peaceful march to raise awareness about climate change. What tactic are they using?
A protest or demonstration.
What should groups consider before taking action: the audience, resources, or impact?
All of them.
What is usually more effective for large social problems: individual action or collective action?
Collective action.
What is the goal of most social movements?
To create social change.
Which comes first: setting a goal or choosing a tactic?
Setting a goal.
Students post videos online encouraging recycling. What tactic are they using?
Social media campaign.
Why might a social media campaign be better than a protest in some situations?
It may reach more people, cost less, or be safer and easier to organize.
Give an example of collective action on a university campus.
Student petition, recycling campaign, fundraising event, awareness campaign, etc.
What role does public awareness play in social change?
It informs people and encourages support and action.
Why should groups think carefully before choosing a tactic?
To make sure it helps achieve their objective.
A community refuses to buy products from a company until it changes its practices. What is this called?
A boycott.
Why is it important to think about risks before taking action?
To avoid negative consequences and plan effectively.
What is the biggest advantage of collective action?
It combines the efforts and resources of many people to create greater impact.
Can social media be a form of activism? Why?
Yes, because it can spread information, organize supporters, and mobilize action.
Give an example of a tactic that could be used to promote environmental awareness.
Petition, social media campaign, clean-up event, educational workshop, etc.
A group meets with university administrators to discuss student concerns. What tactic are they using?
Negotiation or advocacy meeting.
What is the main purpose of tools like the Tactic Star?
To help groups analyze and choose effective actions.