Identity
True or False? The interpretive perspective argues that our identities are stable but shaped by social and cultural influences
False- this is the social science perspective
True or False? Cultural discrimination is always obvious
False- discrimination can range from subtle and unintentional to blatant and extreme
True or False? People from privileged groups never struggle in life
False
True or False? Dialogues are different from debates and diatribes
True
Dialogues are about understanding and respecting differences; debates are about proving a specific perspective, and diatribes are like ventingTrue or False? Stereotypes are often based on minimal interactions with a cultural group
True
Which specific theory of identity involves social categorization, identification, and comparison?
Social Identity Theory
Hana is from Japan and attending college in the U.S. One day while talking to her new friends, she admits that before moving to the States she believed all U.S. college students drank a lot of alcohol and partied all the time.
Hana's original perception of college students in the U.S. is an example of ___________
Stereotyping
Fill in the blank: In class, we explained the term "discrimination" as "_________ in action"
prejudice
What are the three listening skills we practiced in class?
Nonverbal attending (silence), reflection, and open-ended questions
Define heteronormativity
the belief that heterosexuality is the standard or preferred sexual orientation, AND that people should conform to traditional gender norms
Which theory of identity emphasizes the influence of institutions and history that determine how certain identities are valued?
Critical Perspective
The following statement is an example of which common stereotyping error?
"All Japanese people love anime"
Out-group homogeneity effect
What is the danger of a single story?
Representation that is always the same can lead to stereotyping and bias
What are 2 suggestions we discussed in class about managing emotions
Choosing how you want to feel before the dialogue
Understanding your triggers
Acknowledging and naming emotions
Breathing with purpose
Leaving briefly to gain control of emotions if needed
May is a straight woman visiting her local gay bar for the first time. She excitedly says to the bartender, "I just love gay men! They are so funny and fashionable!"
Which stereotyping error is this an example of?
Positive-valence inaccuracy
Narong considers himself a Thai-American. In class one day, he talked to the person next to him about visiting his grandparents in Thailand over the summer. The classmate looks surprised and says, "I always assumed you were Chinese."
In terms of identity theory, Narong being falsely identified as Chinese by his classmate is an example of __________.
Ascription
The scenario below is an example of what intercultural concept?
When Eric visited India, he was disgusted by the smell of the food. He wanted noting to do with the Indian food available during his trip. Instead, he sought what he called "normal food" (American food).
Ethnocentrism
In the U.S., the first women's bathroom next to the senate chamber was installed in 2011.
This fact illustrates what important characteristic of norms?
Norms have material consequences
According to class discussion, successful dialogue across difference is much more likely to happen when ______________ and ______________.
We try to understand others' perspectives; we help others feel safe and understood
Tulio is a cis man from a small town who has never met a trans person. When he first heard about these people, he thought it seemed odd and attention-seeking. However, over time, he's watched a lot more tv shows, movies, and documentaries about trans people. Although he still has not met many trans people, Tulio's opinion has changed greatly over the years. He sees the community much more positively now.
What concept from class does this story best demonstrate?
The power of popular culture (potential for positive representation)
Camila has a date tonight. She carefully chose her clothes and applied her makeup to look as attractive as possible. While on the date, Camila wants to come across as sophisticated, so she is mindful of table manners and brings up topics with her date like classic literature and tennis.
According to our class discussion, which identity theory best explains Camila's actions?
Impression Management Theory
What is the utilitarian/adjustment function of prejudice?
Prejudice that results in rewards or avoids punishments
Joe is participating in a secret-Santa gift exchange at his work. He was assigned to buy a present for a woman he's doesn't know very well. He decides to buy her a gift basket with different lotions and perfumes, as he assumes all women like these sort of things.
Joe's behavior best illustrates which function of prejudice?
Knowledge function
Lindsey's coworker seems irritated after a meeting where their idea was rejected. At first, she thinks to herself, "they need to get over it-- ideas get rejected all the time. It's not a big deal."
Based on what we discussed in class about dialogue, what skills should Lindsey engage in before talking to her coworker?Perspective-taking
What was Dr. Dreyer's Halloween costume this year?
Starfleet officer
Bonus points: Commander Riker