Perceptions Process and Stereotypes
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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
The procedures by which we try and interpret information about the environment that surrounds us
The Perception Process
Feedback about ourselves and others
Not always based on true picture of reality
We behave as though our perceptions are real
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
Economizing Phenomenon
First Impression
Self-fulfilling Prophecy
Just Like Me
Blaming the Victim
Halo Effect
Stereotypes
An exaggerated belief associated with a category
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
Sources of Stereotypes
Socialization process
Books
Mass Media
Education and public officials
Strategies to Correct Inaccurate Perceptions
Acceptance of differences in people
Active listening
Provide feedback
Own your behaviors/feelings
Use inclusionary language
Avoid stereotypes
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
