Updated: July 13, 2017

Observing Internal Influences Assignment

Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to allow you to apply concepts from the following

topics: emotion, meaning, and schema-based affect. Several ideas in these topics should be easy

to identify.

Preparation Instructions: 1. Compose your response to this activity in Microsoft Word.

2. The paper should be formatted and typed using Times New Roman, 12-point font,

double-spaced, and one-inch margins (no exceptions).

3. The length of the paper should be at least 2 to 4 pages (excluding cover page and

reference page).

4. Use APA 6th edition formatting and use a minimum of 2 references.

5. The paper should contain a cover page and reference page.

Content Instructions: 1. While visiting a grocery or clothing store, try to observe and document evidence of

concepts from the chapter like emotional contagion or product contamination.

2. Describe the events and explain how they capture the idea from the chapter.

3. Finally, outline what you learned from this activity.

Submission Instructions: 1. Save this assignment as “fname_lname_observing_internal_influences.doc.” (i.e.,

john_smith_observing_internal_influences.doc)

2. Access the Assignments link located on the Course Menu to upload the final document as

an attachment to the Observing Internal Influences drop box by the due date listed on the

Course Schedule.

3. Refer to the grading rubric in the drop box for specifics on grading criteria.