At Her University, Yasmin Observes That Most Professors in Elementary

question 134

Multiple Choice

At her university, Yasmin observes that most professors in elementary education are women and that elementary education professors are kinder than her other professors. According to social role theory of the origins of stereotypes, based on this observa- tion, Yasmin is likely to conclude that

• A) men dislike children.
• B) most women are kinder than most men.
• C) effective teaching of elementary education requires kind behaviors.
• D) women who are kind choose to be elementary education professors.

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Definitions:

Traditional Beliefs

Convictions and practices that are handed down from generation to generation within a culture or society, often related to religion, folklore, or community standards.

Philosophy

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The process of discussing and coming to mutual agreements on the terms of a formal written agreement between two or more parties, typically countries.

Government Intentions

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