Module Three, understanding stereotypes. Everybody is different and we encounter a diverse set of people every day. Some differences cannot be seen by just looking at a person. treat each and every person you encounter with respect and dignity. To this module we will begin to identify what if any stereotypes a person may have stereotypes versus biases. A stereotype is a conventional formula and oversimplified conception, opinion or image.

One who stereotypes generally thinks that most of all members of an ethnic or racial group are the same. Typical words use with stereotyping include clannish, aggressive blue collar latency. bias is a preference or inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment. The use of a bias is more subtle. Often it is evident through the addition of qualifiers or adding information to spoken statements. For an example, you may hear Jane Gonzalez who has a degree will be joining our staff.

Implying that having a degree sets this individual apart from most Hispanics who may not have degrees. But identifying your baggage. baggage is defined as an intangible thing as feelings, circumstances or beliefs that get in the way. From an early age you learn to play people and objects into categories. As you grow up, and are influenced by parents, peers, and the media. Your tendency to label different racial and cultural and other groups as superior or inferior increases significantly.

This can be referred to as your baggage. Though often you are unaware of what constitutes your baggage, you can begin to uncover it by monitoring your thoughts when you encounter an ethnic last name. See a skin color. hear an accent, different from yours. Interact with someone who has a disability, or learn that a person is gay. As these events occur, look for consistency.

Do you have the same reaction to members of a given group each time you encounter it? him or her? Ask yourself? Do I have these reactions before or after I have a chance to know the individual? If the answer is before, these are your stereotypes. work to label these automatic responses and stereotypes and remind yourself that they are not valid indicator of one's character skills or personality.

Because stereotyping is a learned habit, it can be unlearned with practice, and remember not to judge yourself. A thought is private, and not an action. Understanding what this means. Knowing as much as you can about your own ethnocentrism helps you recognize how discomfort with differences can prevent you from seeing others As fully human. With practice, you can identify feelings and thoughts, filtering them through a system of questions designed to help you change your baggage or perceptions. Case Study, Betsy sat down with her co worker mark to go over their sales report.

As you can see here, profits have gone up from last quarter. Mark pointed and said it says there that the profits doubled from 1000 to 3000. Don't you mean 2000? Betsy looked at the chart. Yes, you are right. It should be 2000.

Without thinking Mark said that's okay. A lot of girls just aren't good at math. Betsy was taken aback by his statement. And she said mark that was hurtful. It was Makes me feel like you're stereotyping me when it was just a typo. Mark seemed surprised to hear this, but then said, I'm sorry, Betsy.

I didn't mean it that way. I won't say anything like that again. And they continued on with their work and gave an excellent presentation the next day.