Choose Three of Ninian Smart's Dimensions of the Sacred (See

question 30

Essay

Choose three of Ninian Smart's dimensions of the sacred (see the "Readings" subsection of Chapter 1) to explore some of the facets of Sikhism.

Identify and understand the steps involved in bystander intervention.

Differentiate between the characteristics of collectivist and individualistic cultures in relation to conformity and group behavior.

Understand the key concepts and theories related to social influence, including conformity, obedience, and compliance.

Identify and explain the psychological mechanisms behind people's reactions in social situations, such as the bystander effect and diffusion of responsibility.

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Definitions:

Participation

involves the act of taking part in an activity or contributing to a group effort in a collaborative or decision-making process.

Employee Resistance

Opposition or pushback by workers against changes or policies introduced by management.

Socialization

The process by which individuals learn and adopt the norms, values, and behaviors appropriate to their society or organizational culture.

Ethnocentrism

Ethnocentrism is the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture over others.