Chapter 1
Are soccer games an example of zero sum conflicts?
Yes!
State one theory relevant to chapter.
- RCT
- SIT
Identify the key psychologist from chapter 3.
Morton Deutsch
Define conflicts!
Disagreement that arises when two or more parties harbour incompatible viewpoints.
Which study pertains to social identity theory?
Tajfel et al (1971)
What is the mnemonic used to help remember 3-step conflict resolution?
REC!
What are the two types of social environments?
1) Structured
2) Unstructured
Fill in the blank: An out-group is the group that an individual does ___ belong to!
NOT
Provide two evaluative points for chapter 3.
- Cross-contextual viability
- Efficacy
- Cross-cultural validity
- Efficacy vs. Time
What are Louis Kriesburg's 3 ways of conflict resolution? (HINT: USE ACROYNM)!
1) Persuasion
2) Coercion
3) Reward
In one or two sentences, summarize realistic conflict theory.
- Conflicts arise from groups competing for resources
- Conflicts can be reduced by formation of shared interdependent goals
What are the steps in 3-step conflict resolution?
1) Recognize problem
2) Explore concerns
3) Create mutually agreeable solution
What are the four characteristics of conflicts?
1) Two or more parties
2) Limited resources
3) Contradicting ambitions
4) Psychologically or physically damaging behaviour
Provide at least two evaluative points for the Robber's Cave Experiment.
- Researchers may have preconceived ideas influencing behavior interpretation
- Ethical concerns
Describe the feedback loop that Deutsch proposed.
A friendly and nice approach facilitates a cooperative response, while a hostile approach facilitates a destructive response.