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Perceptions Process and Stereotypes

Perceptions Process and Stereotypes. Overview. Define the perception process Describe perceptual shortcuts describe factors affecting the perception process Describe Stereotypes Define self-fulfilling prophecy describe strategies to correct inaccurate perceptions. Perception.

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Perceptions Process and Stereotypes

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  1. Perceptions Process and Stereotypes

  2. Overview • Define the perception process • Describe perceptual shortcuts • describe factors affecting the perception process • Describe Stereotypes • Define self-fulfilling prophecy • describe strategies to correct inaccurate perceptions

  3. Perception • The procedures by which we try and interpret information about the environment that surrounds us

  4. The Perception Process • Feedback about ourselves and others • Not always based on true picture of reality • We behave as though our perceptions are real

  5. Attributes to Perception • Raw data, The information that we experience • Mental process, Which is unseen but affected by things • Our perception, sensing or interpretation of our experience

  6. Economizing Phenomenon • First Impression • Self-fulfilling Prophecy • Just Like Me • Blaming the Victim • Halo Effect

  7. Stereotypes • An exaggerated belief associated with a category

  8. Characteristics of Stereotypes • Fixed, rigid ideas • Associated with a group or category of people • Not supported by evidence • Can be favorable or unfavorable • Driven by motive

  9. Sources of Stereotypes • Socialization process • Books • Mass Media • Education and public officials

  10. Strategies to Correct Inaccurate Perceptions • Acceptance of differences in people • Active listening • Provide feedback • Own your behaviors/feelings • Use inclusionary language • Avoid stereotypes

  11. Summary • Define the perception process • Describe perceptual shortcuts • describe factors affecting the perception process • Describe Stereotypes • Define self-fulfilling prophecy • describe strategies to correct inaccurate perceptions

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