Because the class will represent a diversity of individual beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences, every member of this class must show respect for every other member of this class. Our online classroom is an inclusive learning environment where diversity and individual differences are respected and appreciated and recognized as a source of strength. Students will respect differences and demonstrate diligence in understanding how other peoples’ perspectives, behaviors, and worldviews may be different from their own, and understand that at times some topics may be difficult to discuss. (Adopted from Montana State University).
Pretend you are a community psychologist tasked with providing a seminar series on prejudice in children. As part of your presentation, you will explain the cognitive, socioemotional, and cultural factors that underlie the development of prejudice. Using this week’s readings on prejudice, how would you explain the development of prejudice and what recommendations would you make to eliminate prejudice?