Intergroup relations: experiencing subtle racism
Based on the video below, write a paper that integrates concepts and ideas discussed in the lectures. In writing your paper you are encouraged to explore your own ideas but some examples of questions that you could address include: 'what are some of the effects of experiencing prejudice?
'how can prejudice be explained from an intergroup relations perspective?', 'what can we do to improve attitudes and relationships between different groups?'
Video url
youtube.com/watch?v=qfpADBQZfUE
1. Title
2. Introduction (description of the issue/s that you focus on in the broader social context)
3. Theoretical background (briefly describe the theoretical points that you can apply to explain the issue/s)
4. Social analysis (here you develop your argument, at the same time using some evidence from existing research to back up your key points)
5. Conclusion (concluding remarks, e.g., propose possible directions for research to further the understanding of the issue/s)
6. References
I. Introduction : Main Point - What social issue are you discussing? Your introduction should make a case for the IMPORTANCE of the issue
A. Topic 1: What will the opening statement for your paper be?
1. How will you defend this statement? : specific evidence and citations
2. How will you defend this statement? : specific evidence and citations
B. Topic 2: How will you transition from your first to your second point
1. How will you defend this statement? : specific evidence and citations
2. How will you defend this statement? : specific evidence and citations
C. THESIS STATEMENT: The thesis statement should outline what you will discuss for the rest of the paper. I.e.A greater understanding of
- your social issue- may be achieved through the investigation of - theories you will discuss- in the context of - your argument.
II. Theoretical background: Main Point - How will you transition from your introduction to your theoretical background? Write the first sentence.
A. Theory 1: Describe this theory.
1. Defend the usefulness of this theory - specific evidence and citations
2. Defend the usefulness of this theory - specific evidence and citations
B. Theory 2: Describe this theory.
1. Defend the usefulness of this theory - specific evidence and citations
2. Defend the usefulness of this theory - specific evidence and citations
III. Social analysis: Main Point- How will you transition from your theoretical background to your argument. What is your argument?
A. Reason 1: State the first point of your argument
1. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
2. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
B. Reason 2:
1. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
2. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
C. Reason 3:
1. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
2. Defend your argument using specific evidence and citations
IV. Conclusion: How will you transition from your argument to your conclusion? Summarise your Main Points and reasons and draw meaningful conclusions - Make sure your original interpretation, argument, and contribution is clear.