Schema development

In this module, you will explore the concept of mental schema development.

For your initial post, review Dismantling Hate and answer the following questions:

• Where do the schemas we develop during our life span come from? What influences schema development in general?
• How can events in our life-span development impact our perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion?
• How can we use research in developmental psychology to understand an individual’s level of prejudice?
• How have individuals in your life influenced your schema development?
• How does the concept of mental schema development apply to any of the following programmatic themes? You may want to review the Programmatic Themes PDFdocument.
  • Self-care
  • Social justice
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Career connections
  • Ethics

Remember to respond to two peers while being respectful of and sensitive to their viewpoints. Consider advancing the discussion in the following ways:

• Post an article, video, or visual to reinforce a peer’s idea or challenge them to see their point from a different perspective.
• Engage in conversation with your peers around the concept of mental schema development in regard to our perspectives of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Consider asking a question or sharing your own personal experience.
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