The psychology of self-persuasion with Elliot Aronson
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The Psychology of Dissonance and Collaboration
This chapter explores cognitive dissonance and self-justification in human behavior, especially in the context of significant life choices and moral dilemmas. It discusses the Jigsaw Classroom as an effective tool for promoting collaboration and empathy among diverse students, amid challenges like victim blaming and outgroup dehumanization. Additionally, it touches on psychological experiments highlighting how individuals rationalize their actions and the potential to reverse negative behaviors through understanding.
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