This paper should be an analysis of the Social Role Theory and the attached research articles investigating sex differences in social power. The paper should include the Social Role Theory approach to understanding sex differences in behavior (see attached book pages for info), and descriptions of the attached research study investigating sex differences in behavior in social power. The paper should focus on questions that are relevant to the particular social role theoretical approach. You may use other sources for your paper but make sure to cite them in reference and not to plagiarize. The paper should be typed, double-spaced, with 1” margins on all sides (font size 12). Your paper must contain 8 pages of text; it should not exceed 10 pages of text. The paper should follow the outline below (approximately):
I.Introduction A. Introduce the and discuss what is generally known about differences between the sexes on social power. B. Introduce social role theory, and discuss explanations for sex differences provided by that theory (e.g., social role theory argues that men and women adopt different personality traits b/c of different role requirements)
II.Research A. Discuss The research article in terms of the following: 1.What is the specific purpose of the current study (i.e., how does it contribute to an understanding of the phenomena being investigated)? What are the specific hypotheses that are tested in the study? What variables are being investigated, and how are they operationalized? 2.Describe the Methods used in each study, including:a. Participants. Provide the number, type, mean age, sex breakdown, and any specific or unusual characteristics.b. Measures/Materials/Apparatus. Provide descriptions of operationalized variables (i.e., what are the measures or procedures used to define the variables of interest). c. Procedure. Provide specific descriptions of procedures followed in data collection, including random assignment of participants, research protocols, etc.3. Describe the Results of the study, specifically if hypotheses were confirmed or disconfirmed. What general conclusions are drawn by the researchers? Describe how the current results fit or do not fit with the findings of previous research. Do the current results add anything unique or important to understanding of the phenomena in question? [please note you do not have to report results of statistical tests; describe main results in words]
III.Personal evaluation/experiences A. In one paragraph, summarize your opinion of the research studies you reviewed, as well as the research findings in general on sex differences in the behavior you are investigating. Discuss which theoretical approaches (if any) you think provide the best explanation for sex differences.B. Describe your own experiences with sex differences in the behavior you are investigating, including whether your experiences are similar to those indicated by research.
Again, the paper should be typed, double-spaced, with 1” margins on all sides (font size 12). Your paper must contain 8 pages of text; it should not exceed 10 pages of text.
References that must be used:
Foels, R., & Reid, L. D. (2010). Gender differences in social dominance orientation: The role of cognitive complexity. Sex Roles, 62(9-10), 684-692. doi:http:/dx.doi.org/10.1007/s11199-010-9775-5
Franke, G. R., Crown, D. F., & Spake, D. F. (1997). Gender differences in ethical perceptions of business practices: A social role theory perspective. Journal of Applied Psychology, 82(6), 920–934. https://doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.82.6.920
Lips, H.M.(2008). Sex and gender: An introduction(6thed.).New York: McGraw-Hill. ISBN: 978-0-07-340553-7. https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=xgjaDw… (chpter 2, page #79)
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