Social+norms

=Learning outcomes=

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 * Social norms**
 * **Explain social learning theory, making reference to two relevant studies.**
 * **Discuss the use of compliance techniques //(for example, lowballing, foot‑in‑the‑door, reciprocity)//.**
 * **Evaluate research on conformity to group norms.**
 * **Discuss factors influencing conformity //(for example, culture, groupthink, risky shift, minority influence)//.**

=Homework for Wednesday=
 * 1) Read the section in Crane on Social Learning theory - pages 111 - 115
 * you will have a brief summary sheet to fill in during Thursday's class
 * 1) Summarize the Bandura study in your own words ( in point form)

What is learning?
//a relatively permanent change in behavior or potential behavior as the result of experience// (Banyard & Flanagan, AS Core studies and Research methods, p. 82)
 * Definition** of learning

Class notes
SLT powerpoint and handout of slides (see Ms Leong for the digital version)

Key studies

 * [|Bandura et al] (a brief overview)
 * [|A very clear and detailed explanation of the study, including an evaluation]

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Review of reading


=SLT - An outline of an answer=
 * The outline below is useful (written by a past student)**
 * However, remember that 'Explain' is an SAQ command term, so no evaluation is necessary (though interesting!)**
 * Therefore, look carefully at the poster below and take out only what is most relevant.**



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