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Post by sonnyt2 on Oct 27, 2017 21:55:08 GMT
The social need to develop a personal identity that is both positive and distinct is mentioned by Moghaddam. To connect this concept to conformity, I am reminded of the Asch experiment, where a person surrounded by individuals conspiring with the experiment answered the simple questions incorrectly deliberately to conform with the answers with the group. I believe this is relevant to the dynamic of being positive and distinct through stereotypes. For example, I am of Italian descent, and in order to gain the approval of others, sometimes I make jokes referring to already existing stereotypes about Italians. To examine this with Asch's model, I am deliberately representing myself in a way that is controversial or perhaps even inaccurate in order to gain the approval of others. A better example for the sake of this dynamic would be the Canadian identity. To the rest of the World, we are a kind group of people who love hockey and live among polar bears. On a global scale, these stereotypes are rarely challenged because they give us a distinct identity, separate from similar cultures, and also, a positive one, that gives possible tourists an impression that Canada is a safe place to visit with lots of beautiful scenery and gracious hospitality.
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Ali
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Post by Ali on Nov 1, 2017 15:16:36 GMT
Nice work and explanation. I would suggest to first define what is social identity and conformity. Then you can introduce and give the above examples that you provided. This produces a more concise and strong argument.
Thanks Ali
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