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Chapter 5: Makings sense of everyday knowledge
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Academic knowledge
The following video is a succinct overview of some key concepts that underpin the ways in which academic knowledge is created across the social sciences and humanities.
Ontology, Epistemology and Research Paradigm
Discussion question:
- Why is it important to consider the concepts of ontology, epistemology and research paradigms when thinking about academic research and knowledge?
Key concepts in the social psychology of knowledge
The following videos define and explain key concepts used in the social psychology of knowledge.
Schema Theory Example
Discussion questions:
- Why is prior knowledge important for remembering and understanding?
- How do schema improve a person’s memory recall?
- What might be some of the risks of over-reliance on schema?
Development: Schemas, Assimilation, & Accommodation
Discussion questions:
- Explain what happens when people encounter new information?
- Can you think of instances in your own life to explain how schemas function and how you acquired your own schemas? How have your schemas changed over time?
- Children often utilize schema when they grapple with new information. Can you think of examples?
Stereotypes: Gay Men Will Marry Your Girlfriends
Discussion questions:
- What stereotypes is this video making fun of?
- How do you think people form their opinions on gay people and gay marriages?
- How might one become more informed about gay people and their intimate relationships?
Narrative theory
This video is a brief introduction to narrative theory, and how stories are a crucial tool for humans to make sense of the world and communicate with others.
The role of storytelling
Discussion questions:
- How do stories help us to function as people and in relationships with others?
- How are narratives and identity connected?
- How can narratives and storytelling be used in psychology?
