To broaden your understanding of this chapter, consider the following assignments related to the Internet.

1. Cognitive Dissonance Theory has supported many studies in psychology and communication studies. Go online and find at least three websites relating to the theory. Briefly describe the content of the sites and how it relates to the material in the text.

2. Search the Web to find an application for Cognitive Dissonance Theory that is different than those provided in the text. For example, the website Squawks of the Parrot (www.sidhe.org/~dan/blog/) applies the theory to economic policies.