Write a 4–5 page paper applying theories and concepts from social psychology, behavioral ethics, and critical thinking to the case study you choose. Focus on theories related to prosocial behavior, rejection, and close relationships.
Overview
This week, you will be writing a paper in which you apply theories and concepts from social psychology related to prosocial behavior, rejection, and close relationships. You will also be required to apply behavioral ethics and critical thinking concepts. Successful practitioners understand the dynamics of various relationships. Their understanding of that which affects a successful relationship enables them to support positive and loving relationships for their clients.
Instructions
This week you will be writing a paper which includes the following:
Summarize the case study.
Describe credible and scholarly sources, relevant to a particular theory.
Apply a social psychological theory to a chosen case study.
Explain how social psychological research studies relate to a particular social psychological theory.
Apply an ethical reasoning concept to a chosen case study.
Apply a critical thinking concept to a chosen case study.
Provide a conclusion.
Create a text in the third person, adhering to conventions of academic tone.
Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
Additional Requirements
Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to current APA Style and Format guidelines.
Resources: Minimum of two scholarly or professional resources.
Length: 4–5 double-spaced pages, in addition to the title page and reference page.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:
Competency 1: Select credible and scholarly sources in the field of social psychology using information literacy and research skills.
Describe credible and scholarly sources relevant to a particular theory.
Competency 2: Apply social psychological theory to topics in the field.
Apply a social psychological theory to a chosen case study.
Competency 3: Apply social psychological research to topics in the field.
Explain how social psychological research studies relate to a particular social psychological theory.
Competency 4: Apply ethical reasoning to social psychology topics.
Apply an ethical reasoning concept to a chosen case study.
Competency 5: Apply critical thinking to social psychology topics.
Apply a critical thinking concept to a chosen case study.
Competency 6: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
Create a text in the third person, adhering to conventions of academic tone.
Demonstrate compliance with APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
