Introduction to Psychology MODULE 7 DQ2

Module 7: Discussion Question #2 –

Start by reading and following these instructions:

You are responsible for minimally at least 3 posts in your discussion boards; your initial post and a reply to two of your classmates. Your initial post(s) should be your response to the questions posed in the discussion question. You should research your answer and cite at least one scholarly source when appropriate, and always use quality writing. The discussion board is never a place to use text language or emoticons. You will also be asked to respond to your classmates. This is designed to enhance the academic discussion around the topic. It is all right to disagree with something posted by another, however your responses should always be thoughtful and respectful and reflect your opinions professionally.

Discussion Question:

Familiarize yourself with the classic study of prejudice conducted in 1968 in an elementary classroom in Iowa:

A Class Divided (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/divided/etc/view.html)

To what extent do these classic lessons in stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination apply today? What modern examples of stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination exist today? How might social psychologists explain these trends?