...University of Phoenix Material Appendix C Part I Define the following terms: |Term |Definition | |Discrimination |the denial of opportunities and equal rights to individuals and groups | | |because of prejudice or for other arbitrary reasons | |Institutional discrimination |a denial of opportunities and equal rights to individuals or groups, | | |resulting from the normal operations of a society | |Political correctness |The avoidance of forms of expression or action that are perceived to exclude, marginalize, | | |or insult certain groups of people. | Part II Write a 150- to 250-word response to each of the following questions: • How is discrimination different from prejudice and stereotyping? Discrimination is different from prejudice and stereotyping because, when somebody is discriminating they are refusing equal rights and opportunities to somebody because, they are prejudice. If somebody is prejudice they would have negative feelings towards somebody or a group of people before knowing them. Which...
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...Associate Program Material Diversity Worksheet Answer each question in 50 to 150 words. Provide citations for all the sources you use. 1. What is diversity? Why is diversity valued? You can think of diversity in many different ways. It depends of the qualities and traits that vary from person to person. It varys from a group to the next. This is what makes each person different. Diversity is greatly valued. Knowledge can be gained from each culture and ways we see the world. (Diversity, 2011) 2. What is ethnocentrism? In what ways can ethnocentrism be detrimental to a society? Ethnocentrism- a belief that your culture of beliefs are better that others. This way of being can lead to racism or prejudice. This is why cultural and racial tolerance is very important. Humans need to come to realization that their way is not always the best. (What is ethnocentrism, 2011) 3. Define emigration and immigration. Both sound the same but not the same meaning. You are leaving one country to go to another. The country you leave, you leave as a emigrant. And the country you are going to you are then called an immigrant. (Laudon & Laudon, 2011) 4. What are some of the ways groups of people are identified? There are many different groups people can be identified. Race is the biggest. Ethicity is another because is describes their origins or culture. Religion and gender comes in handy also. Another ways is a groups sexual preference. (Laudon & Laudon, 2011) ...
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...The American Indians have had trials and turbulations throughout history with being accepted and allowed to things their cultural believes in. The American Indians were forced off their lands by the Europeans that came to the United States to settle. In 1830, many Indians ventured west because of Andrew Jackson’s Indian Removal Act. When this came into effect, the Indians were forced off the land to which they called home. It was not an easy task to remove them but after many lives were lost due to the Europeans forcing the Indians off their land, they decided to move their tribes west. This move was not an easy one as they were faced with sickness, poverty and battles that the white man brought towards the Indians. There were many wars that involved the Indians to which many lives were lost. From the French-Indian War to the Civil War, the Indians were faced with many issues that involved them losing their land, lives and their way of living. One war that had a big impact on the American Indians was in 1864, when the American-Indian War happened. Even though there were peace talks happening among the Indians and the United States government, volunteers from Colorado attacked two Indian tribes. Over 150 Indians lost their lives to this war and many were mutilated mostly woman and children of the tribes. In 1934, with the American Indians tribal authority being reversed due to the Indian Reorganization Act. This act strengthened tribal life as they knew it from...
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...Final Paper ETH125 Dr. Smalls Final Paper * * This class has taught me many things about the diversity in the United States. I always knew that we were a melting pot, but did not fully grasp how many different cultures and religions we actually do have here. However, I did not learn anything new about my race or ethnicity. I am German and Colombian and consider myself Caucasian. * * If trends in immigration continue to grow as they have been I feel that the population in the United States will be mostly African Americans and Hispanics. I say this because they are the Majority of the minorities we have here. Eventually they will be equal to the amount of whites we have and from their rise to greater numbers. * * The United States face many challenges due to the diversity of people we have here. Those challenges include difference such as religion, racism, and prejudice. People from different parts of the world practice different beliefs, which is not a bad thing. However, there are people who were raised to believe that some people are inadequate or “below” them. Prejudice is a serious matter as it is never okay to discrimate against any person or group of people soley because they do not think the same way as you. * * Having diversity in a society does have benefits also. People who are open minded are given the chance to learn about new cultures and religion that they would normally not have the chance to see first hand. This can...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix D Part I Define the following terms: |Term |Definition | |Ethnic group |A group set apart from others because of its national origin or distinctive cultural patterns. | |Anti-Semitism |Hostility toward or discrimination against Jews as a religious, ethnic, or racial group. | |Islamophobia |Fear or hatred of Muslims, their culture, or their politics. | |Xenophobia |Fear or hatred of strangers or foreigners or of anything that is strange or foreign. | |Persecution |The act or practice of persecuting, harassing, or annoying those who differ in origin, religion, or | | |social outlook. | |Religious group |A collection of individuals who share a unified system of sacred beliefs and practices that encompass | | |elements beyond everyday life that inspire awe, respect, and even fear. | Part II Select at least 1 religious and 1 ethnic/racial group not your own from the list below. • Religious groups (based on http://religions.pewforum.org/pdf/affiliations-all-traditions.pdf) ...
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...ETH125 Week 7 Checkpoint 1 The first article that I have found goes into detail of the time lines of when and how we started to actually mandate how bilingualism is taught in the public school districts. It is a very long and drawn out article that states what bilingualism is about and how it benefits the students that use it. The article also describes what the author knows about bilingualism and how statistics show that Latino scores are improved by taking these classes. http://www.gwu.edu/~ccps/pop_billing.html The next article that I have found is one that also is for bilingualism in public school. It states the statistics of how and why children improve scores and grades form taking another language in college, not high school. It says that when children take these classes in high school, they do not get enough of it to learn as much as they could. http://www.nctimes.com/news/opinion/columnists/riehl/article_41791d70-d500-5746-90a5-9f39e9953be9.html This article is against bilingualism in politics because it is said that it is dangerous because maybe people will forget where they are form if they speak another language. I do not think this is the case but Newt Gingrich does. It is also said that English is what holds us all together and that if we stray to another language it would not be beneficial to us as Americans, again I do not agree. http://articles.latimes.com/1995-10-31/news/mn-63269_1_official-language This article talks about our President...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix A Part I Define the following terms found in Week One and Week Two readings: |Term |Definition | |Diversity |The state of being diverse; variety. | | |A range of different things. | |Ethnocentrism |the tendency to assume that one’s culture and way of life are superior to | | |all others. | |Melting pot |Diverse racial or ethnic groups or both, forming a new creation, a new cultural entity. | |Minority group |a subordinate group whose members have significantly less control or | | |power over their own lives than do the members of a dominant or majority group. | |Emigration |Leaving a country to settle in another. | |Immigration |Coming into a new country as a permanent resident. | |Culture ...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix A Part I Define the following terms found in Week One and Week Two readings: |Term |Definition | |Diversity |Is the state or quality of being different or varied. | |Ethnocentrism |The tendency to assume that one’s culture and way of life are superior to all others. | |Melting pot |Is when diverse racial or ethnic groups or both form a new creation and or a new cultural | | |entity. | |Minority group |A subordinate group whose members have significantly have less control or power over their| | |own lives than do the members of a dominant or majority group. | |Emigration |Is when one leaves a country to settle and live in another country. | |Immigration |Is when one is coming into a new country to reside as a permanent resident. | |Culture |The behaviors and beliefs characteristic of a particular social, ethnic, or age group. | Part II Answer each question...
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...Running head: FINAL PROJECT Final Project ETH/125 January 12, 2014 Abstract Many websites are available on the Internet with information on the various diversity groups in America. The U.S. population’s diversity is influenced by immigration. There are both benefits and challenges to having such a diverse population. Fostering a culture of acceptance in society is key to reaping more benefits and reducing challenges. Mass media has an influential impact in society, perpetuating stereotypes or building appreciation for diversity. If individuals and the U.S can come together, they can reduce prejudice and increase acceptance and tolerance. Final Paper The plethora of information about diversity in the United States can give someone a better understanding than they may have previously had. Through understanding, a person may be able to better relate to someone that is different. Many websites are available on the Internet with information on the various diversity groups in America. The diversity of the U.S. is ever changing with immigration and inter-racial couples having children. As the country becomes more diverse, we will face challenges as well as receive benefits. The key to reaping more benefits, while reducing the challenges, is to foster a culture of acceptance in society. The media plays a large influential role in society and can work to perpetuate stereotypes and prejudice or build...
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...Race and Your Community Axia College of University of Phoenix Race plays a role in the ongoing interactions in my community. Since my community is diverse in terms of race ranging from Filipino, Chinese, Mexican, Black, and White, there is a large impact in how relations are managed through neighborhood, local government, service groups, clubs, schools, and the workplace. Asians are more predominant in my community, which is located near San Francisco, California. The surrounding cities make up the Bay Area and it seems the community and the events that take place around it have been racialized. I’ve personally witnessed the many effects of race in my community. The people in my community do look like me since many of them are Asians. There are other races but the majority of my community is filled with the Asian race. I am Filipino, so I tend to look like the other Asian races. Many, if not all, are black haired and dress accordingly to the event such as for school or work, or parties. I speak English and I notice the majority speak English. There are some Spanish speaking people in the area however it is not as dominant. My community can be described as middle class affluent and the differences of the community are not as drastic. Many people are professionals and highly educated, with schools accomplishing higher goals. The biggest differences I’ve seen in my personal experience are the personalities associated with each race. I noticed not all...
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...University of Phoenix Material Appendix A Part I Define the following terms found in Week One and Week Two readings: |Term |Definition | |Diversity |The inclusion of different types of people of different races or cultures in a group or | | |organization | |Ethnocentrism |Belief in the superiority of one’s own ethnic group | |Melting pot |Diverse racial or ethnic groups or both, forming a new creation, a new cultural entity | |Minority group | A subordinate group whose members have significantly less control or power over their own| | |lives than do the members of a dominant or majority group | |Emigration |Leaving a country to settle in another | |Immigration |Coming into a new country as a permanent resident | |Culture |The arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement regarded collectively | Part II Answer each question...
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...Appendix D Assumptions and Fallacies Nanette McDowell Hum 111/ week 8 Assignment April 13, 2013 Bethany Bigler • What are assumptions? How do you think assumptions might interfere with critical thinking? What might you do to avoid making assumptions in your thinking? An assumption is a thought or a way of someone’s thinking in which they believes are true without proof. For example, when I was young I thought that all white people did not like black people. As I became older to understand my thoughts and judgments, this assumption was not true at all. The assumption back then was perceived in my mind because of the kinds of people that I was around that influenced my judgment. I was overgeneralizing about white people not liking black people because of the environment at the time. We must identify inferences and assumptions in order to see what inferences are illogical when the assumptions that lead to them are not justifiable. Once you become skilled in identifying the inferences and assumptions you are in a better position to question the extent to which any of your assumptions are justified. The key is recognizing and questioning our inferences and assumptions. To avoid making false assumptions here are some tips that I follow: (eHow article), • “Be as objective as you can in making evaluative decisions. Whether you're at work, at home or with your friends, be as logical and fair as possible in your judgments. • Resist the urge to accept stereotypes. Even though...
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...Associate Program Material Stereotypes and Prejudice Worksheet Please complete the following exercises, remembering that you are in an academic setting and should remain unbiased, considerate, and professional when completing this worksheet. Part I Select three of the identity categories below and name or describe at least 3 related stereotypes for each: • Race • Ethnicity • Religion • Gender • Sexual orientation • Age • Disability |Category |Stereotype 1 |Stereotype 2 |Stereotype 3 | |Race |All Mexicans are illegal. |All Asains are bad drivers. |Blacks are good at all sports. | |Gender |Women are bad drivers |Men are dirty. |A woman can’t work the same jobs | | | | |as a man. | |Disability |Disabled people are sick. |Someone with a disability should |Disabled people will not have a | | | |be treated special. |fulfilled life. | Part II Answer each question in 50 to 100 words related to those stereotypes. Provide citations for all the sources you use. ...
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...Does Racism Really Exist (name) University of Phoenix Abstract In this paper, I will analyze what forms of racism that I have experienced within my life. Whether going to school, work, family events, or community events I seem to see racism where ever I go. At some point I needed to ask myself, “why are people racist and what makes us this way”? When I have noticed racist comments and actions from my community leaders as well as from my own family this causes me to get depressed about what’s to come in this country. Are we born racist or is it the people around us that influences the way we think about racism? Does Racism Really Exist I am a Caucasian male and grew up in the City of Woodhaven, MI. Within this small city there is a population of roughly 40,000 people and of that count, there are only about 2,000 that would be considered a minority. As you can imagine, most of the people that lived there looked like me and had much the same religion and moral standings. As I grew up, I attended three different schools and the first of which was Yake Elementary School. There must have only been a select few minority children attending that school as I had never remembered encountering children different from myself until I went to Brownstown Middle School. There, I noticed a small group of African American children that were in the same grade as me along with some Asian America and Hispanic American children...
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...Part III Answer each question in 100 to 150 words related to those stereotypes: • What are the positive aspects of the stereotypes, if any? When thinking of stereotypes, I can only think of one positive aspect. Positive stereotypes that make a group looks good is the only positive aspect that comes to mind. For an example, the stereotype all Asians are smart can be a positive aspect. Even though we know this is not true, I am sure that there are some Asians who are proud to have this stereotype associated with them. I would be proud to be a part of a category of people that had a positive stereotype because even if the generalization does not apply to me, at least others will think it does. This makes all members of the group look good on a very broad perspective. • What are the negative aspects of stereotypes? Several negative aspects of stereotyping come to mind when thinking about these aspects. One negative aspect of stereotypes is that something you observe can be a false representation of what is the norm. Stereotypes are unreliable, exaggerated generalizations about all members of a group that do not take individual differences into account. The definition states that they are both unreliable and exaggerated. When generalizations are made alone people’s feelings can get hurt, so you can only imagine how it makes one feel to hear a exaggerated generalization about themselves. Stereotypes can also make people feel start to believe in them when they constantly...
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