The Interventions Proposed by Status Characteristics Theorists Are Designed To

question 35

Multiple Choice

The interventions proposed by status characteristics theorists are designed to:

• A)reduce tension between group members who belong to different social categories
• B)change people's self-presentational strategies
• C)counter cultural stereotypes pertaining to group differences in self-presentation and preference
• D)disrupt the status generalization process
• E)increase the likelihood that members of nondominant groups will fight for social change

Learn about the different dimensions of context (physical, social, chronological, cultural) in communication.

Assess the effectiveness of various social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn) as communication media.

Evaluate how time for feedback and costs influence communication channel selection.

Identify the best communication channels for conveying large volumes of information and maintaining permanent records.

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Definitions:

Implicit Motives

Unconscious motivations, usually measured with projective tests.

Affiliation Motive

An underlying psychological drive that influences individuals to form connections, bond with others, and seek social acceptance.

Explicit Motives

Conscious motivations, usually measured by self-report.

Affiliation Motive

A psychological drive that influences an individual's need to form or maintain positive social relationships and connections.