Schema Theory
What is Schema Theory?
Grouping people based on demographics.
What does Social Cognitive Theory suggest?
We categorize people based on appearance.
What is Social Identity Theory?
Identity comes from group membership.
What does this theory suggest?
We’re drawn to people like us.
How does surface-level diversity affect confidence?
People may feel less confident if they don’t fit in.
How does Schema Theory affect perceptions?
It leads to stereotyping.
Example of Social Cognitive Theory?
Making snap judgments on first impressions.
How does it relate to diversity?
Creates in-groups and out-groups.
How does it affect team building?
Limits diverse ideas and perspectives.
Two reactions to feeling excluded?
Trying too hard to fit in or disengaging.
Example of Schema Theory in a classroom?
Grouping students by gender or race.
How does this affect leadership?
Favoring people who look like us.
How does it contribute to bias?
Favoring people from your group.
Example in social situations?
Approaching people who look like us at events.
How does it affect collaboration?
Reduces trust and teamwork.
How does Schema Theory affect hiring?
Bias in hiring decisions.
How to reduce the effects?
Focus on skills and collaboration.
Impact on team cohesion?
Divides teams into cliques.
Why is overcoming this bias important for leaders?
It encourages inclusion and diversity.
How to improve confidence in diverse teams?
Focus on skills and inclusion.
How to combat Schema Theory?
Focus on skills, not demographics.
How does it affect cross-cultural communication?
Causes misinterpretation of behaviors.
How to use it for collaboration?
Focus on shared goals, not appearance.
How can teams overcome this?
Connect on shared goals and values.
Long-term effect of not addressing diversity?
Limits learning and innovation.