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Altruism and Social Exchange Theory
Compare purely empathetic altruism with social exchange theory and evolutionary kin selection explanations for prosocial acts.
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Social Psychology: Group Dynamics, Intergroup Relations, and Prosocial Behavior
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Analyze how group settings shape decision-making, prejudice, intergroup conflict, attraction, and altruistic behavior.
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Learning standards covered
SS.Psy.4.9-12Illinois Social Studies Standards · All agesAnalyze how biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors and their interactions influence individuals’ behavior and mental processes.
SS.Psy.6.9-12Illinois Social Studies Standards · All agesIdentify and apply psychological thinking to personal and societal experiences and issues.