We address the concept of implicit bias week 6. We’ve learned both the definition and key characteristics of implicit bias; we’ve learned how bias can damage the experience of non–dominate culture employees in a workplace. Finally, we’ve learned that we all have implicit biases. Now it’s time to identify YOUR implicit biases.
Part A – Reaction to IAT Results
Instructions
• You are required to take 2 hidden bias tests. The designed assessments (Implicit Association Tests) exist to create self–awareness about our automatic preferences and stereotypes. “Automatic” preferences and stereotypes are personal evaluations that are not necessarily available to conscious awareness, conscious control, conscious intention, or self–reflection.
• Preferences and stereotypes are assessed through a method called “rapid sequential
paring.” This means that once the assessment begins, it is imperative to make paring
choices QUICKLY. Keep your fingers on the “I” and “E” keys so that you can make your selections immediately upon being provided with paring choices.
• Choose 2 self–assessments to take.
Your options are:
o Asian (Asian – European American)
o Native (Native – White American)
o Race (black–white)
o Arab–Muslim (Arab Muslim – Other People)
o Weight (Fat – Thin)
o Skin Tone (Light Skin – Dark Skin)
o Age (Young – Old)
o Sexuality (Gay – Straight)
o Disability (Disable – Abled)
• Compete TWO self–assessments
• Identify assessments completed. (Required 2 IATs)
After listing assessment, provide a well thought out reaction to feedback you
received for each assessment category
NOTE: What You Should Not Do
Don’t spend your valuable time defending an IAT rating from an emotional level:
examples – The test was unfair. The test was stupid, etc. You’ll earn few points
allowing a defensive disposition to hijack a good self–awareness and learning
opportunity.
Part B – Support for Bias as a Human Trait
Instructions
Reflect on course content up to this point in the semester in relation to completing the
assessments/reviewing results. Using knowledge you’ve gained from course content
and possibly experiential learning (taking the IAT Tests), offer a well thought out and well communicated explanation on bias as a human trait.
What rationale would you offer in support for bias as a human trait?
Remember to cite course related sources or sources outside of the course.
To complete Portfolio Part 3:
Use Portfolio Part 2 and 3 template.
NOTE: No one will see the contents of Portfolio Part 3 (or 2) except for your professor.
To Submit Portfolio Part 3:
Wait until you’ve completed both Portfolio part 2 AND 3. Click on the Portfolio Part 2 & 3 page
– click the submit tab at the bottom of the page.
