Transcript UNIT 6 - Bakersfield College

UNIT 6
APPRECIATION OF DIVERSITY
OBJECTIVES
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Define diversity and explore the positive
effects of accepting diversity.
Discuss the concept of cultural
competence.
Discuss how to overcome barriers to
understanding diverse populations.
Identify strategies that enable the student
to handle conflict and criticism.
Identify successful communication
techniques.
STATS
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White Non-Hispanic (51.1%)
Hispanic (32.5%)
Other race (18.7%)
Black (9.2%)
Two or more races (4.4%)
American Indian (2.5%)
Asian Indian (1.3%)
Filipino (1.1%)
Other Asian (0.5%)
Chinese (0.5%)
PONDER THIS - - 
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How does BC promote diversity?
Why do we want to promote diversity?
How can critical thinking help you explore
diversity?
DEFINITIONS
Cultural competence
The ability to understand and
appreciate differences among
people and adjust your behavior
in ways that enhance
relationships and communication
5 steps to Cultural competence
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Value diversity
Identify and evaluate personal perceptions
and attitudes
Be aware of what happens when e=different
cultures interact
Build knowledge about other cultures
Use what you lean to adapt to diverse
cultures
DEFINITION
Stereotype
A standardized mental picture
that represents an oversimplified
opinion
DEFINITON
Prejudice
A preconceived judgment or
opinion formed without just
grounds
DEFINITION
DISCRIMINATION
Acting on your prejudices
ACTIVITY
STEREOTYPES
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Women are nurturing
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AA are great athletes
H are family oriented
W are successful in
business
Older people are wise
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Women are too
emotional for business
AA struggle in school
H have too many kids
W are cold and power
hungry
Older people are set in
their ways