Cognitive Dissonance: 50 Years of a Classic Theory by Joel M. Cooper (English) H

Description: Cognitive Dissonance by Joel M. Cooper Cognitive dissonance has been an important and influential theory since Leon Festinger published his classic work in 1957. This work charts the progress of dissonance theory, assessing its impact not only within our understanding of psychology but in everyday experiences. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Dr. Joel Cooper has been at the very forefront of research on dissonance theory for decades now. In this book, he provides a brilliant and engagingly-written review of the 50-year history of dissonance research and a masterful account of the ensuing developments in the theory. The book will be an outstanding resource for readers familiar with dissonance research and an enlightening introduction for those who are not- Professor Russell H. Fazio, Ohio State UniversityWhy is it that people who smoke continue to do so knowing how bad it is for them? What drives people to committing adultery even though they inherently believe this is wrong? Whats the outcome of this contradiction in the mind? Cognitive dissonance has been an important and influential theory since Leon Festinger published his classic work in 1957. It is known by every social psychologist, most psychologists of any stripe, and the lay public, making its way into such mainstream publications as The New York Times with increasing frequency and accuracy. Ultimately, dissonance has become one of the most popularly known expressions of social psychological insights, making its way into the literature in consumer, health and economic behavior, and has become a frequently used explanation of political behavior in the popular press and magazines. In marking the 50th anniversary of the theorys inception, Joel Cooper - arguably the scholar most associated with dissonance research in the past few decades - has presented a beautiful, modern and comprehensive analysis of the state of dissonance theory. This book charts the progress of dissonance theory, assessing its impact not only within our understanding of psychology but in everyday experiences as well. It should be important reading for students in social psychology, either undergraduate or graduate, but equally relevant to a host of other readers who need to understand or share the same passions for appreciating the significance of cognitive dissonance in the human psyche. Author Biography Joel Cooper received his B.A. from the City College of New York in 1965 and a Ph.D. from Duke University in 1969. He joined the psychology department faculty at Princeton University in 1969, attaining the rank of full professor in 1978. Professor Coopers major research focus is on attitudes and attitude change, particularly as they relate to the process of cognitive dissonance. His recent work examines vicarious experiences of dissonance (i.e., feeling dissonance due to the inconsistent behavior of others) and the role of the self in dissonance arousal. Two other areas of active interest are (1) the effect of expert testimony in courts of law, and (2) gender differences in the effectiveness of information technology, particularly among school children. Table of Contents Cognitive DissonanceIn the BeginningCriticism Propels the Theory ForwardThe Motivational Property of DissonanceDissonance is not what it used to beThe New Look Model of DissonanceThe Self-Standards Model and the Emergence of the Self in Dissonance TheoryVicarious Cognitive DissonanceExperiencing Dissonance Through The Actions of AnotherCulture, Race and Cognitive DissonanceCognitive Dissonance in Today′s World Review Cooper (Princeton) does a superb job summarizing research on the concept of cognitive dissonance since it was first elucidated by Leon Festinger in the 1950s...Cooper brings a much-needed historical perspective to cognitive dissonance, and he peppers his discussion with interesting personal anecdotes. Political analysts as well as psychologists will be interested in the specific conditions that elicit cognitive dissonance."—CHOICE -- D.J. WinchesterThis book is fun to read!...Cooper takes care to delineate those studies that were particularly important in their purpose, particularly clever in their design, and most groundbreaking in their results. He makes a gripping story of the inception and march of progress in what could have been simply a long series of interesting research projects. In doing so, he made me nostalgic for a time when the field of psychology was alive with excitement and overrun with research topics that actually made sense to those outside a narrow specialty and that meant something to the citizenry." —Alan Cheney, PSYCCRITIQUES -- Alan Cheney * PSYCCRITIQUES * Review Quote This book is fun to read!...Cooper takes care to delineate those studies that were particularly important in their purpose, particularly clever in their design, and most groundbreaking in their results. Description for Bookstore From the end of the second century A.D., the Roman Empire was beset by internal unrest, revolts, usurpations, civil wars, and attacks along its far-flung frontiers. This stimulating book is the first comprehensive discussion of how the Roman army adapted itself to these growing threats and how effective it was in combating serious problems Details ISBN1412929725 Short Title COGNITIVE DISSONANCE Language English ISBN-10 1412929725 ISBN-13 9781412929721 Media Book Format Hardcover Illustrations Yes Year 2007 Subtitle 50 Years of a Classic Theory Edition 1st Imprint SAGE Publications Inc Place of Publication Thousand Oaks Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9781412929721 UK Release Date 2007-04-02 NZ Release Date 2007-04-02 US Release Date 2007-04-02 Author Joel M. Cooper Pages 216 Publisher SAGE Publications Inc Publication Date 2007-04-02 Alternative 9781412929738 DEWEY 153 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2007-04-01 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:127074347;

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