Application Assignment: Stereotype Threat

Stereotype or social identity threat can be construed as an internal, cognitive state in which the individual is aware of negative stereotypes against his or her group and which can impact individual thoughts and/or behavior (Aronson & McGlone, 2009, p. 154). Considerable research demonstrates that stereotype threat can impact recipient behavior and can be destructive in relationships and in one’s personal view of him- or herself. Despite the prevalence and potential detrimental effects of stereotype threat, there are ways to decrease stereotype threat, including, but not limited to, reframing ability, use of role models, and self-affirmation.

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For this Application Assignment, analyze stereotype threat and the conditions necessary for this type of threat to occur. Consider ways you might remediate a stereotype threat.

Reference: Aronson, J., & McGlone, M. S. (2009). Stereotype and social identity threat. In T. D. Nelson (Ed.), Handbook of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination (pp. 153–178). New York, NY: Psychology Press.

The assignment (5–7 pages)

Define stereotype threat.
The target of stereotype threat and the source of stereotype threat interact and are believed to result in six possible forms of stereotype threat. Explain at least four possible forms of stereotype threat being sure to include a thorough example for each.
Explain how the experience of stereotype threat can depend on self-perception versus group identity. Be sure to include discussion of how that experience might differ if an individual belongs to more than one group at risk for stereotype threat. Use examples to illustrate your point.
Explain two consequences of a stereotype threat and elaborate why these consequences can occur.
Explain three ways to possibly remediate stereotype threat.
For all of the above, be specific and provide examples to illustrate your points. Also be sure to use the current literature to support your response.
- Course Text: Nelson, T. D. (Ed.). (2016). Handbook of prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination (2^nd ed.) . New York, NY: Psychology Press.
  - Chapter 4, “Stereotype Threat”
  - Chapter 1, “The Study of Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Discrimination Within Social Psychology: A Quick History of Theory and Research”
- Article: Banaji, M. R., & Hardin, C. D. (1996). Automatic stereotyping. Psychological Science, 7(3), 136–141. Retrieved from the Walden Library using the Business Source Complete database.
- Article: Eagly, A. H. (2009). The his and hers of prosocial behavior: An examination of the social psychology of gender. American Psychologist, 64(8), 644–658. Retrieved from the Walden Library using the PsycINFO database.
- Article: Inzlicht, M., & Kang, S. K. (2010). Stereotype threat spillover: How coping with threats to social identity affects aggression, eating, decision making, and attention. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 99(3), 467-481. Retrieved from the Walden Library using the Business Source Complete database.
- Article: Plant, E. A., Devine, P. G., Cox, W. T. L., Columb, C., Miller, S. L., Goplen, J., & Peruche, B. M. (2009). The Obama effect: Decreasing implicit prejudice and stereotyping. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 45(4), 961–964. Retrieved from the Walden Library using the PsycINFO database.
- Article: Stone, J., & McWhinnie, C. (2008). Evidence that blatant versus subtle stereotype thread cues impact performance through dual processes. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 44(2), 445–452. Retrieved from the Walden Library using the ScienceDirect database.