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1. Q. How might the Social Approach explain these images? Eat more vegetables! Okay!

2. Social Approach Assumptions Evaluation Exam practice • To know the assumptions of the social approach • To apply knowledge of core studies and the approach to exam questions

3. To know the assumptions of the social approach • To evaluate the approach • To apply knowledge of the approach to exam questions Sample Section C Questions • Section C January 2011 • Outline one assumption of the Social Approach. (2) • With reference to Milgram’s study describe how the Social Approach can explain obedience. (4) • Describe one similarity and difference between any studies that take the Social Approach. (6) • Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the Social Approach using examples from any studies that could be viewed from this approach. (12)

4. 2.5 with AT Assumptions question – 2 mins to answer • Outline one assumption of the social approach (2) • You have covered the assumptions throughout the topic, so have a go. • To know the assumptions of the social approach • To apply knowledge of core studies and the approach to exam questions

5. Assumptions of the Social Approach 1. One assumption of the social approach is that other people and the surrounding environment are major influences on an individual’s behaviour, thought processes and emotions 2. All behaviour occurs within a social context, which has norms and values. Therefore from an early age we are taught how to behave. 3. Other people are a major influence on people’s behaviour, especially those who are in a position of authority. 4. An individual’s behaviour is affected by situational factors such as the environment or upbringing. • The assumption must be: • Linked to the social approach • Linked to behaviour • To know the assumptions of the social approach • To apply knowledge of core studies and the approach to exam questions

6. “How could the _______ approach explain…” • With reference to Milgram’s study describe how the Social Approach can explain obedience. (4) • What things are we likely to comment on/include?

7. Mark me! Give me a mark say what was good/bad about my answer. • The most important thing is that you read it carefully and perhaps make some notes throughout • If possible, give a mark and www (what went well) and ebi (even better if) • If you finish this: Ext: Think about how you would apply this Q to Reicher and Haslam and Conformity to Social Roles. • To know the assumptions of the social approach • To apply knowledge of core studies and the approach to exam questions

8. Mark me! Give me a mark say what was good/bad about my answer.

9. 3 marks – An appropriate similarity/difference is identified and supported by relevant contextualised evidence from two appropriate studies. Similarities and Differences Example Question: • Outline one similarity and one difference between any core studies under the social approach • 3 marks – Description of similarity is accurate and has elaboration. Understanding is good. • 3 marks – Description of difference is accurate and has elaboration. Understanding is good. Consider points such as: • the sample size • the method used • the type of data collected • the participants and • whether the study is snapshot or longitudinal • To know the assumptions of the social approach • To apply knowledge of core studies and the approach to exam questions

12. Behaviour is the result of the situation, not the person’s disposition. Be prepared to justify. Strongly disagree Strongly agree

13. The Individual Differences Approach is only concerned with abnormal behaviour Strongly disagree Strongly agree

14. The Individual Differences Approach is similar to the Social Approach Strongly disagree Strongly agree

15. The Individual Differences Approach is a good way of understanding and explaining behaviour. Strongly disagree Strongly agree

16. Reflection • What have you learnt during this lesson? • Is there anything you’d like to go over next lesson? • What do you feel confident about for the core studies for the ½ term test? • What are you going to focus your revision on?

17. Starter • How much can you remember about the Social Approach and its related studies? • Spend 5 minutes mind-mapping as much as you can about the studies. • Then, draw an extra branch and explain its link to the approach.

18. Using your knowledge of the studies and our previous task, complete the 12 mark essay plan below. *In pairs*

19. Evaluation – strengths

20. Evaluation – weaknesses

21. Now, write out your answer please using the framework provided below.

24. Assess your answer using the mark scheme below. • Give yourself a WWW and an EBI  Reflecting

26. Plenary Task: • In your opinion, which approach is the most convincing? The social approach or the individual differences approach? • Justify. • Comment on assumptions/research etc.