Stereotyping
What Stereotyping means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Reference: AQA
A generalised belief, which differs from prejudice, an attitude, and from discrimination, the unequal treatment that may follow.
A generalised, oversimplified belief about a group that is applied to individuals, often without evidence.
Topics that use Stereotyping
- 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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