Mob Mentality and Groupthink
Learning Objective
I can define mob mentality and groupthink and explain their potential consequences.
Key Concepts
Groupthink occurs when the desire for agreement and consensus within a group stifles the expression of dissent and healthy debate.
Key indicators of groupthink include self-censorship, rationalizing problematic behavior, an us versus them mentality, and moral talk used as a weapon.
To combat groupthink, strategies include using the six hats method, inviting anonymous feedback, and cultivating a norm that encourages questioning and disagreement.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 8 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Define 'groupthink' in your own words, based on the video's explanation.
2. According to the video, what was a major contributing factor to the Challenger space shuttle disaster?
3. List three 'red flags' that indicate groupthink might be happening within a group, as described in the video.
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Educational Video
Overcoming the Mob Mentality | GROUPTHINK 101
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