Social+Norm

For your social norm project, you can:
 * A) Violate a norm**, take notes and photograph, and write a 3-5 page reflection paper OR

[|V13.pdf] This is a paper from 1960s on the women's movement for equality and the norms women faced/fought in the US Ask Ms. Vita to approve the article you would like to use in this research paper (the article MUST be attached to paper). If you choose the second option, you must write the paper in YOUR OWN WORDS and cite (Vita, 2010, p. 2) every time you use a word or phrase or even idea from text.
 * B) Write an analytical paper** using one professional/scholarly writing on norms (example below)

Paragraph 1: **Nacirema** Using Horace Miner's style, write as if you are an "alien" viewing the aspect of culture or setting BEFORE any norm violations occur. Some people choose to write the REST of the paper in this style. You may use "I" or "we"; however, using the "Nacirema" is more creative. Paragraph 2: **Norm Violation** Describe the norms you (and your partner(s)) violated. Be detailed on setting, clothing (if applicable), the specific places (i.e. - hallway of mall or certain stores), actions, words/songs/games used, etc. Paragraph 3-5: **People's Reactions** Describe how people reacted to you and your partner's norm violation. Be specific about the gender, age, race, etc. when possible. The more norm violations and interactions, the better. Violating the norm on your family only is not enough. Can organize by place norm violation occurred OR by category of person. Paragraph 6: **Conclusion** Can you make any final statements regarding the elderly, youth, certain races/genders, etc.?
 * A) Social Norm Paper Guidelines**

Other requirements: Photo (with NO bystanders) Notes (written during the norm violation)


 * Paper is 3-5 pp.
 * All requirements must be met or exceeded for an A

Paragraph 1: Nacirema Again, use Horace Miner's style to begin your paper in the cultural context chosen. For example, if the above article is referenced, one might discuss the way the Nacirema treated women in the 1960s. Or maybe one can being the paper by describing the great gains made by women in the Nacirema culture. Paragraph 2: Describe initial expectations of norms before reading article - what can student predict about particular topic and/or what stereotypes might they have? Paragraph 3-6: Write a thorough summary on research as WELL AS your own, original thoughts. The more analysis, the better. Paragraph 7: Compare norms in research paper to other U.S. norms or other cultural norms Paragraph 8: Using the functionalist (norms serve a purpose) or conflict (norms put one group over the other) - describe how you view the norms under study. THIS PAPER CAN ONLY USE ONE SOURCE - no other internet sources permitted except those approved.
 * B) Analytical paper: Must be at least 5 pages.**

The difficulty of article will be taken into consideration of final grade