Mr. Belding wants to reduce prejudice toward incoming minority students at his elementary school. Before the minority students arrive, Mr. Belding puts up posters showing children of all nationalities holding hands. Next, he plans a scavenger hunt in which incoming students are mixed with current students and divided into small groups. Each student receives a secret clue critical to his or her group's success in finding the treasure. Mr. Belding's actions reflect his understanding of

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Mr. Belding's actions reflect his understanding of the contact hypothesis, which suggests that under appropriate conditions interpersonal contact is one of the most effective ways to reduce prejudice between majority and minority group members. By promoting positive interactions and cooperation among students of different backgrounds, he is applying the principles of this hypothesis to reduce prejudice.

Mr Belding Wants to Reduce Prejudice Toward Incoming Minority Students