Module 11 instructions

The purpose of this discussion is to evaluate concepts in social psychology that attempt to explain why people engage in deviant acts.

Learning Objectives 3d and 5c

*Please note:* This discussion forum is “post first.” In other words, you will not see the posts of your classmates until after you post. When you post, your classmates’ posts will be revealed so you can read them and compose your reply.

Step 1: Click on and view the following: The Psychology of Evil.

Step 2: Based on your readings, prior knowledge, and additional web research, compose a post that responds to the following:

· What provides the best explanation for the causes of deviance (or what Dr. Zimbardo refers to as human evil)?

· Is his suggestion based on the banality of heroism a realistic remedy for such deviance? Explain your rationale.