Common Tendencies in Perception.
Read the Five Common Tendencies that lead to inaccurate attributions
Choose one “common tendency” and follow the instructions given below.
Common Tendencies in Perception
1. We judge ourselves more charitably than we judge others
2. We cling to first impressions (halo effect)
3. We assume that others are similar to us
4. We are influenced by our expectations.
5. We are influenced by our experiences
Instuctions:
1. Type the” common tendency” you have chosen as the title in the middle of your paper.
2. Your paper must have four paragraphs. The first paragraph must be a short introduction of 3-5 sentences about perception. The second paragraph must be about your experience that illustrates the perceptual error. Explain by giving details about the situation and the persons involved. Paragraph 3 should explain why you think the experience illustrates the perceptual error. Paragraph 4 is your conclusion and should include insights learned from doing the paper.