Physical Education A-Level
Prejudice
What Prejudice means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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A preconceived attitude or feeling, usually negative, towards a person or group based on characteristics such as gender, ethnicity, disability, age or social class.
A preconceived attitude or feeling, distinguished from a stereotype, which is a cognitive generalisation about a group.
A preconceived opinion or attitude that is not based on reason or actual experience.
Topics that use Prejudice
- Sociological theory applied to equal opportunities (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Agents of social control and their sanctions
- Barriers to participation
- Direct and indirect discrimination
- Disability
- Disadvantaged
- Discrimination
- Disease prevention through participation
- Distinguishing health, fitness, and social benefits
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