Cognitive Dissonance and Its Influence on Political Attitudes
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This exam evaluates the role of cognitive dissonance in shaping political attitudes. Candidates will articulate theoretical insights and apply them to contemporary issues.
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Exam Details
Duration: 50 minutes
Prerequisites: Introduction to Political Behavior, Psychological Theories in Politics
Key Topics
- Cognitive Dissonance
- Attitude Change
- Political Polarization
- Ideological Conflicts
Learning Outcomes
- Articulate Cognitive Dissonance Theory
- Analyze Attitude Changes
- Evaluate Political Polarization
- Provide Relevant Examples
Full Description
This exam focuses on cognitive dissonance theory and its implications for political attitudes and behaviors. Students will analyze how inconsistencies in beliefs can lead to attitude changes.
Cognitive dissonance plays a critical role in understanding political polarization and the maintenance of ideological beliefs. It highlights mechanisms that can foster or alleviate conflicts during political discourse.
Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to articulate the theory of cognitive dissonance, analyze its effects on political attitudes, and apply these concepts to contemporary political issues.
Students may be asked to provide examples illustrating how cognitive dissonance manifests in real political situations.
Sample Questions
- How does cognitive dissonance contribute to political polarization?
- Can you provide an example of cognitive dissonance affecting voter attitudes?
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