OBSERVATION #1 Merton’s FunctionsRobert Merton, a functionalist, generated a theory about social interaction that has been quite useful in understanding relatively stable patterns within society. Merton saw all social interaction as serving a function, both a manifest function (recognized and intended consequence), and a latent function (unrecognized and unintended consequence). In addition, interactions could serve a social dysfunction - any social pattern that may disrupt the operation of society.Please provide a description of 2 social interactions in which YOU participated, noting the manifest, latent and, if applicable, a dysfunction associated with it. I have provided an example below of the basic elements – your observation should include some reflection:Social InteractionGoing to the “Club.”Manifest functionGo out for entertainment. I expect to have fun, meet people and dance.Latent functionReinforces gender roles. By going to the club we learn what is “normal” in terms of how to act. Men are “supposed to be” more aggressive and women more submissive. These gender roles are constructed by society and while we all do not accept them, I learn them here in the Club. This interaction also causes solidarity or social cohesiveness – the feeling of belonging. When we go out we often speak with our friends about what is appropriate to wear, how to act and we feel like a “we” as opposed to just “me”.DysfunctionMen are expected to pay for drinks. This creates an interaction that could harm society as men who are poor may be made to feel less “manly”. And men who have money may feel as though having money makes them a “man”. This can harm society as it sets up a culture where having money determines our romantic interactions instead of who we are as people.You may not use my examples or use gender roles as our function.Your observation should be written out as above; include each header (manifest, latent and dysfunction). Please use sociological terms and concepts in your analysis. You may not use my examples or gender roles in your analysis. This should take NO LONGER than 2 pages (if you double space). I cannot open "cloud" submissions -- please convert your assignment to a doc, docx, pdf file and upload it.Grading Observation RubricGrading Observation RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalyzed 2 social interactionsAnalyze 2 interactions using Merton's theory of functions.11 ptsFull Marks0 ptsNo Marks11 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrate the ability to apply Merton's funtions to the analysisMust demonstrate understanding of manifest, latent and dysfunction of a social interaction.11 ptsFull Marks0 ptsNo Marks11 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization, Grammar and SyntaxEssay must follow writing conventions (proper grammar, syntax, organization).3 ptsFull Marks0 ptsNo Marks3 ptsTotal Points: 25

1.Briefly summarize the “classical” style in sculpture. What do you think is the most important aspect of the classical moment? Fee free to view the below video if you think it will help. http://academic.cengage.com/art/book_content/0155050907_kleiner/0495573558_premium/podcasts/AncientGreece/ClassicalMoment/index.html (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.Compare and contrast the West and East Pediments of the Temple of Aphaia, Aegina (Figures 5.27, 5.28, 5.29) Then look at the East and West Pediments of the Temple of Zeus, Olympia (figures 5.31, 5.32 ) Describe specifically the changes in form and content that show the development of sculpture from Archaic to Classical.2.Our discussion of Egyptian art stressed its timelessness, and the Egyptian desire for permanence. On the other hand, the review of Greek art found near constant change. What social or cultural forces discussed in the textbook led one culture to seek permanence and the other change? Which do you consider to be the more effective strategy? In what areas did these two cultures share common ground?3.In 1801, Lord Elgin began taking sculptures from the Parthenon ruins to his home in England. He later sold the sculptures, known as the Elgin Marbles, to the British Museum where they remain. The Greek government wants the Elgin Marbles back. There are three major positions: to keep the sculpture in England, return the sculpture to Greece, and to develop a compromise solution. Discuss the three positions and choose one4.Erotic images of nude woman in public sculpture did not appear until the Late Classical period in Greek Art, yet the Venus de Milo and the Aphrodite of Knidos become standards for the eroticization of female form in Western Art. Search and find “Marble Group of Aphrodite with Pan and Eros” at the National Archeological Museum. Discuss it in terms of its form and content paying attention to the period, placing it within a context of what you have learned in this chapter. Specifically, is it representative of Helenistic art? Why or why not?5.Discuss Greek beliefs about the human being and the human body. What changes do they introduce and which ones do we retain today? How is this also reflected in the funerary markers?6.Watch the below video before answering the questions.http://academic.cengage.com/art/book_content/0155050907_kleiner/0495573558_premium/podcasts/AncientGreece/VasePainting/index.html (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.What are the advantages of each method of vase painting in terms of depicting human form? For instance, what formal elements are emphasized with the use of the black figure style that no longer seem practical in the red and white? Conversely, what advantages does the white figure have over its predecessors? Which is your eye attracted to and why?7.Is there a contradiction between perfect mathematical proportions and the liberties the Greek architects took to account for perception of the human eye? What does it tell us about the classical Greeks that they were willing to emphasize perfection in perception as opposed to mathematical perfection? Do you think this is an extension of Protagoras statement that man is the measure of all things to include the perception of man as most important? http://academic.cengage.com/art/book_content/0155050907_kleiner/0495573558_premium/podcasts/AncientGreece/Parthenon/index.html (Links to an external site.)8.Classical Greek architecture was in existence for only a short time while elements of its form have been exported all over the world. First, by the Macedonians and Alexander the Great, and then the Roman empire later. In the mid 1800’s Greek revival architecture became popular in the United States and Northern Europe. In Regensburg, Germany, Leo von Klenze’s designed Walhalla, a monumental Greek styled temple named after the mythical home of the Norse gods and depicting the history of the German peoples. Why do you think the Greek style continued to be reinvented for to promote different cultures and values

Assessment 2 Instructions: LGBT Policy Statement Develop a research-based policy statement for your setting that addresses a human resources issue for the LGBT population.Introduction Practicing psychologists are often hired to consult with organizational policy-makers; and to develop intervention plans, sensitivity training, and policy implementation programs for government, business, education, industries, and health care organizations.To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of the business community. How does the understanding of perceiving persons and attribution bias help you in your personal or professional life? What theories could be applied to reduce prejudice, discrimination, or sexism in your professional setting? What factors influence the link between attitudes and behavior? Preparation Read the Assessment 2 Context document for information about the subject of this assessment.Use the Capella Library and the Internet to research current LGBT workplace legislation; hiring, firing, and retention, promotional opportunity, health insurance, or parenting leave. Some suggested keywords for searches include a combination of LGBT and: protection in the workplace; inclusion; self-concept; self-esteem; self-efficacy; normalization; discrimination; social support; perceived stress in sexual minorities; et cetera.Use this template to complete your assessment. Policy Statement Template [DOC]. The deliverable for this assessment is a research-based policy statement. Sample policy statements and templates are available on many websites, if you wish use them as guides.The purpose of a policy statement is to state acceptable methods or behaviors in an organization. Essentially, a policy states the organizational values and how those values relate to the organization's purpose.Instructions Assume the role in the scenario described below.SCENARIO You are a consulting organizational psychologist. You have been retained to develop a new policy for the LGBT population in your professional setting (or for a setting from your experience.) DELIVERABLE Propose a research-based policy for one specific issue regarding the LGBT population for a setting. For example, propose a new policy for hiring, firing, and retention, promotional opportunity, health insurance, or parenting leave. Identify the professional setting related to your experience. The Policy Statement should be two pages, maximum. Brevity does not mean this assessment lacks academic rigor. Disciplined, succinct writing requires thorough knowledge of the subject and excellent writing skills. Address each of the following elements in your policy statement, using the template provided: Analyze research related to concepts of self-esteem, self-concept, self-presentation, and self-efficacy for the LGBT population. Integrate social psychology principles and research to propose an LGBT policy for a workplace. Analyze how the proposed policy and current workplace legislation reflect social psychology principles. How does the research-based proposed policy meet the requirements of current laws? How do laws reflect principles of social psychology? Evaluate the implications of a new policy for the organization and individuals. How will this new policy be perceived by others in the organization? How will this affect the organizational culture? What suggestions do you have for addressing resistance or changing the culture?  POST ContextSocial CategorizationA fundamental process in social perception is social categorization. We classify people and events based on their similarities to each other. As a result, we develop cognitive schemas that allow us to interpret events and decide how to respond to social situations. An overreliance on categories and schemas can lead to stereotype formation, which is a root of prejudice, discrimination, racism, and sexism. Various factors contribute to stereotype formation, and you can reduce prejudice, sexism, and racism by better understanding stereotype formation.Attitudes and BehaviorWhat is the link between attitudes and behaviors? You may be surprised to find out that attitudes do not always predict behavior. LaPiere (1939) was the first to document that attitudes and behaviors often do not match. Since that time, many researchers (Ajzen & Fishbein, 1977; Ajzen, 2001) have looked at factors that determine whether attitudes will predict behavior. You will critically analyze the many factors that influence the link between attitudes and behaviors.Laws, Attitudes, and Complex PoliciesPrejudice, discrimination, racism, sexism, et cetera, grow from and reinforce stereotypes. Many of our attitudes and perspectives reflect childhood familial and cultural attitudes, experiences, and environments. An individual's attitudes, however, may not translate directly into behaviors. In addition, attitudes and laws are changing dramatically in America. In this regard, laws impacting LGBT populations are in a state of flux throughout the country and can be challenging for many, particularly when an individual's attitudes may be different from legally and socially acceptable behavioral responses. As a result, understanding current legal and ethical standards of states, professional associations, and the Federal government in relation to LGBT issues is critical for healthcare professionals and anyone in government, military, education, business, or industry. It is especially important for those in positions of authority—those who must make, implement, and enforce policy related to LGBT issues. This assessment is designed to help you explore these complex and, at times, emotion-laden issues.ReferencesLaPiere, R. T. (1934). Attitudes versus action. Social Forces, 13, 230–237.Ajzen, I., & Fishbein, M. (1977). Attitude-behavior relations: A theoretical analysis and review of empirical research. Psychological Bulletin, 84(5), 888–918.Heider, F. (1958). The psychology of interpersonal relations. Wiley.Jones, E. E., & Davis, K. E. (1965). From acts to dispositions: The attribution process in person perception. Advances in Experimental Psychology, 2, 219–266.Jones, E. E. (1990). Interpersonal perception. Freeman.Kelley, H. H. (1967). Attribution in social psychology. Nebraska Symposium on Motivation, 15, 192–238.