STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Define and explain basic terms and concepts related to diversity

 II.     convey a basic understanding of majority-minority group relations as a tool in examining patterns of interactions in our social world

 III.    Identify the difference between prejudice and discrimination, and how the two are related

 IV.     Differentiate between the institutional and individual dynamics of unequal power in contemporary society

 V.      Develop interpersonal skills necessary for living and working effectively in a diverse population

 VI.     Analyze personal attitudes, behaviors and beliefs regarding diversity

 VII.    explain and use concepts and theories applicable to understanding majority-minority group relations

 VIII.   Demonstrate the ability to view the world and minority groups¿ positions in society using critical thinking and objectivity

 IX.     Evaluate the status of minority groups in America today in relation to their relative positions within social institutions such as the family, education, economy, government and health care.

 X       Explore and evaluate means to address and reduce discrimination and prejudice in society.

 XI.     Demonstrate knowledge of the history of minority ¿ majority relations and current areas of concern.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Define key concepts and terms

         A.      characteristics of minority and majority groups

         B.      differentiate between race and ethnicity

 II.     Causes of, and methods available to address prejudice and discrimination

         A.      define prejudice and discrimination

         B.      define stereotypes and the connection to prejudice

         C.      Personality theories of prejudice

         D.      Social learning theory

         E.      Merton¿s typology of prejudice and discrimination

         F.      Reducing prejudice and discrimination

 III.    Social structural perspectives

         A.      functionalism and majority-minority relations

         B.      ethnocentrism and ethnic stratification

         C.      culture of poverty

         D.      assimilation

         E.      conflict theory  and majority/minority relations

         F.      Marxist theory

         G.      Split-labour market theory

         H.      Internal colonialism

         I.      Patterns of institutionalized discrimination and racism

 IV.     Experiences of inequality in the U.S.

         A.      Native Americans

         B.      African Americans

         C.      Hispanic Americans

         D.      Asian Americans

         E.      European minority groups

         F.      Women

         G.      Sexual Orientation

         H.      Disabilities

         I.      Ageism

 V.      Patterns of inter-group relations

         A.      assimilation

         B.      pluralism

         C.      separatism

 VI.     Status of minority groups in America today

         A.      education

         B.      economic

         C.      political

         D.      families

         E.      health

 VII.    Evaluate current issues concerning minority groups today

         A.      multiculturalism

         B.      Diversity management

         C.      Hate group activity

         D.      Immigration policies

         E.      Bilingual education

         F.      Gay rights

         G.      Affirmative Action