Cahill 1999
1. Summary of the Article (no more than one paragraph: 1/2 page) You must demonstrate that you read and understood the article using your own words (i.e., use paraphrasing rather than quotes). The key is to focus on 2 or 3 main points of the article that are relevant to this class. Define any key concepts in the article. Make sure to use the ASA style of citations. 2. Social Psychological Analysis of the Article (2 pages) You will learn three main social psychological perspectives earlier in this class: Symbolic Interaction Perspective, Social Structure and Personality Perspective, and Group Processes Perspective. You are to provide your analysis of the article using one of the 3 perspectives. Using your own words, make sure to explain the perspective clearly (i.e., explain the core principles and assumptions), define the key concepts to be applied, and then make a clear argument about how you understand the article from the chosen perspective. Make sure to use the ASA style of citations. 3. Relevance of the Introduced Ideas to Real Life Experience (1/2 page) Discuss your assessment of how applicable the introduced ideas are to real life experience in current society.