Socio-Cultural Level of

Analysis
The Learning Outcomes of the SCLOA.

General learning outcomes

Outline principles that define the sociocultural level of analysis. (8)
Outline (8) Give a brief account or summary

Explain how principles that define the sociocultural level of analysis may be
demonstrated in research. (8)
Explain (8) Detailed account including reasons or causes.

Discuss how and why particular research methods are used at the
sociocultural level of analysis. (22)
Discuss (22) A considered and balanced review, including a range of arguments, factors or
hypothesis. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly supported by appropriate evidence.

Discuss ethical considerations related to research studies at the

sociocultural level of analysis. (22)
Discuss (22) A considered and balanced review, including a range of arguments, factors or
hypothesis. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly supported by appropriate evidence.

Sociocultural cognition
Describe the role of situational and dispositional factors in explaining
behaviour. (8)
Describe (8) Give a detail account.

Discuss two errors in attributions. (22)

Discuss (22) A considered and balanced review, including a range of arguments, factors or
hypothesis. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly supported by appropriate evidence.

Evaluate social identity theory, making reference to relevant studies. (22)

Evaluate (22) An appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

Explain the formation of stereotypes and their effect on behaviour. (8)

Explain (8) Detailed account including reasons or causes.

Social norms
Explain social learning theory, making reference to two relevant studies. (8)
Explain (8) Detailed account including reasons or causes.

Discuss the use of compliance techniques. (22)

Discuss (22) A considered and balanced review, including a range of arguments, factors or
hypothesis. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly supported by appropriate evidence.

Evaluate research on conformity to group norms. (22)

Evaluate (22) An appraisal by weighing up the strengths and limitations.

Discuss factors influencing conformity. (22)

Discuss (22) A considered and balanced review, including a range of arguments, factors or
hypothesis. Opinions and conclusions presented clearly supported by appropriate evidence.

Cultural norms
Define the terms "culture" and "cultural norms". (8)
Define (8) Precise meaning of a word, phrase concept or physical quantity.

Examine the role of two cultural dimensions on behaviour. (22)

Examine (22) Consider an argument or concept in a way that uncovers the assumptions and
interrelationships of the issue.

Using one or more examples, explain "emic" and "etic" concepts. (8)
Explain (8) Detailed account including reasons or causes.