Have you experienced Groupthink symptoms in a group in which you have been associated? Explain. If not, how would respond to these group dynamics if you may be a part of this type of group? Explain.

5.2 Lesson 5
Article found in A-State Library Research Database:
Lyons, V. Turner, B.A. (2015). Examining the influence of gender on athletes’ levels of moral reasoning: A comparison of intercollegiate athletes and students. Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, 8 (28).
Questions 1-4 related to the Module’s PowerPt slides and article listed above:
1. Lyons (2015) study found females scored higher on moral reasoning levels than males. Explain the cognitive orientation and gender stereotyping theories as possible reasons for this continued gender difference finding in virtually every moral reasoning test with athletes.
2. Why males score lower than females on moral reasoning in sport surveys. Cite source.
3. Which attributes does sport promote related to “character” or “moral reasoning,” if any? Cite source.
4. Provide personal critical analysis.
Questions 5-8 related to GroupThink Internet search:
5. What effects do the symptoms of GroupThink have on ethical decision-making? Cite source.
6. Have you experienced Groupthink symptoms in a group in which you have been associated? Explain. If not, how would respond to these group dynamics if you may be a part of this type of group? Explain.
7. What types of group sport situations might we see the application of Groupthink theory? Provide example.
8. Provide personal critical analysis.

Minimum 4-5, full double-spaced pages for Lesson 5. APA style. Written pages excludes cover page and reference list.
Include a reference list. Remember to cite sources within text also. Edit several times prior to submission.

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