2.2 Appalachian Community & Social Life
In this activity you will view a presentation on Appalachian Community and Social Life given by Dr. Shaunna Scott of the Sociology Department at the University of Kentucky.
When you are done answer the questions below.
1. What three adjectives best describe communities in Appalachia?
2. What information would help you determine if your descriptions are accurate?
3. Where could you get this information? What are some of the problems with generalizing about Appalachian communities?
4. How are they the same as/different than generalizing about other regions or groups?
5. How has the media portrayed Appalachian people and communities?
6. Identify the most relevant stereotype that could compromise your study?
7. How can you avoid perpetuating stereotypes or having them influence or bias your study?