Assignment

Resources

Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• Textbook: Organizational Behavior by Stephen P. Robbins and Timothy A. Judge. Chapter 6
• File (PDF): Presentation (Pearson, 17e) - Chapter 6 (in Course Documents)
• Minimum of 1 scholarly source (in addition to the textbook)

Introduction

This discussion focuses on stereotyping, its negative or positive impact on individuals, and the role perception plays in stereotyping.

Initial Post Instructions

For the initial post, address the following:

• Reflect on situations in which you felt that you were the victim of a negative stereotype. Briefly share how you felt.
• Have you ever benefited from a positive stereotype? Explain.
• Do you think that you have ever unfairly viewed others based on a negative stereotype?
• Based on your findings discuss the implications of stereotyping, both negative and positive.
• What role does perception play in stereotyping?

Use citations from the textbook and one scholarly source to define the concept and to support your analysis and your choice of application.

List the sources for citations at the bottom of the response.

Writing Requirements

• Initial Post Length: minimum of 250 words
• Use APA format for in-text citations and list of references.