Discussion: Schema Development
In this module, you will explore the concept of mental schema development.For your initial post, review Dismantling Hate and answer the following questions:
Where do the schemas we develop during our life span come from? What influences schema development in general?
How can events in our life-span development impact our perspectives on diversity, equity,and inclusion?How can we use research in developmental psychology to understand an individual’s levelof prejudice?
How have individuals in your life influenced your schema development?How does the concept of mental schema development apply to any of the following programmatic themes?
Self-care Social justice
Emotional intelligence
Career connections Ethics
Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints.
Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:
Post an article, video, or visual to reinforce a peer’s idea or challenge them to see their point from a different perspective.Engage in conversation with your peers around the concept of mental schemadevelopment in regard to our perspectives of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Consider asking a question or sharing your own personal experience.
To complete this assignment, review the Psychology Undergraduate Discussion Rubric. You willalso need:Norms of Practice for Online Discussion
