D357 FINAL STUDY GUIDE
Benevolent Sexism - Answer -A form of sexism that is characterized by protective
attitudes towards women, which can undermine their independence and equality.
Cultural Competency Training - Answer -Training designed to help individuals
understand and interact effectively with people from different cultures, enhancing
communication and reducing biases.
Differential Power - Answer -The unequal distribution of power among individuals or
groups, often leading to disparities in influence and decision-making.
Employment Discrimination - Answer -Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants
based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or disability.
Inclusive Environment - Answer -A workplace culture that promotes respect,
acceptance, and support for all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.
Passing - Answer -The act of presenting oneself as a member of a different social or
identity group to avoid discrimination or prejudice.
Stereotype Bias - Answer -The tendency to make assumptions about individuals based
on generalized beliefs about their group, which can lead to unfair treatment.
Treatment Discrimination - Answer -Unequal treatment of individuals based on their
group membership, which can manifest in various forms, including unfair job
assignments or evaluations.
Importance of Group Membership Categories - Answer -The importance of group
membership categories lies in their ability to help individuals understand their identity
and the dynamics of power and privilege in society.
Affirmative Action - Answer -Affirmative Action is not a single law but a set of policies
aimed at increasing opportunities for historically marginalized groups.
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) - Answer -The agency that
enforces affirmative action for federal contractors.
Systematic Advantage - Answer -Access to better educational resources for students
from affluent backgrounds.
Systematic Disadvantage - Answer -Limited job opportunities for individuals from low-
income neighborhoods due to lack of networking connections.
, Social Class - Answer -An example of the term social class is the distinction between
upper, middle, and lower classes based on income, education, and occupation.
Identity Group - Answer -An identity group is a group of individuals who share common
characteristics or experiences, such as race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion,
which shape their social identity.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Answer -To prohibit discrimination against
individuals with disabilities and ensure equal access to employment, public services,
and accommodations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) - Answer -To enforce federal laws
that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee based on
protected characteristics.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - Answer -To allow eligible employees to take
unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons.
Dominant Group - Answer -A group that holds more power, privilege, and social status
in society.
Non-Dominant Group - Answer -A group that experiences less power and privilege and
may face discrimination.
Similarity Effect - Answer -The tendency for individuals to favor others who are similar
to themselves in terms of background or beliefs.
Media Bias - Answer -The perceived or actual bias of journalists and news producers in
the selection of events and stories that are reported.
Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) - Answer -A quality or attribute that
employers are allowed to consider when making decisions on the hiring and retention of
employees, which is necessary for the operation of a business.
Culture Change - Answer -The process of transforming the values, norms, and
practices of an organization to create a more inclusive environment.
Exit Interview - Answer -A meeting with an employee who is leaving the organization to
gain insights into their experience and reasons for departure.
Out-Group Bias - Answer -The tendency to view members of a different group as less
favorable or competent compared to members of one's own group.
Benefits of Structured Interviewing - Answer -Reduces bias, increases reliability, and
improves the validity of the hiring process.
Benevolent Sexism - Answer -A form of sexism that is characterized by protective
attitudes towards women, which can undermine their independence and equality.
Cultural Competency Training - Answer -Training designed to help individuals
understand and interact effectively with people from different cultures, enhancing
communication and reducing biases.
Differential Power - Answer -The unequal distribution of power among individuals or
groups, often leading to disparities in influence and decision-making.
Employment Discrimination - Answer -Unfair treatment of employees or job applicants
based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or disability.
Inclusive Environment - Answer -A workplace culture that promotes respect,
acceptance, and support for all individuals, regardless of their background or identity.
Passing - Answer -The act of presenting oneself as a member of a different social or
identity group to avoid discrimination or prejudice.
Stereotype Bias - Answer -The tendency to make assumptions about individuals based
on generalized beliefs about their group, which can lead to unfair treatment.
Treatment Discrimination - Answer -Unequal treatment of individuals based on their
group membership, which can manifest in various forms, including unfair job
assignments or evaluations.
Importance of Group Membership Categories - Answer -The importance of group
membership categories lies in their ability to help individuals understand their identity
and the dynamics of power and privilege in society.
Affirmative Action - Answer -Affirmative Action is not a single law but a set of policies
aimed at increasing opportunities for historically marginalized groups.
Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) - Answer -The agency that
enforces affirmative action for federal contractors.
Systematic Advantage - Answer -Access to better educational resources for students
from affluent backgrounds.
Systematic Disadvantage - Answer -Limited job opportunities for individuals from low-
income neighborhoods due to lack of networking connections.
, Social Class - Answer -An example of the term social class is the distinction between
upper, middle, and lower classes based on income, education, and occupation.
Identity Group - Answer -An identity group is a group of individuals who share common
characteristics or experiences, such as race, gender, sexual orientation, or religion,
which shape their social identity.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) - Answer -To prohibit discrimination against
individuals with disabilities and ensure equal access to employment, public services,
and accommodations.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) - Answer -To enforce federal laws
that make it illegal to discriminate against a job applicant or an employee based on
protected characteristics.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) - Answer -To allow eligible employees to take
unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons.
Dominant Group - Answer -A group that holds more power, privilege, and social status
in society.
Non-Dominant Group - Answer -A group that experiences less power and privilege and
may face discrimination.
Similarity Effect - Answer -The tendency for individuals to favor others who are similar
to themselves in terms of background or beliefs.
Media Bias - Answer -The perceived or actual bias of journalists and news producers in
the selection of events and stories that are reported.
Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) - Answer -A quality or attribute that
employers are allowed to consider when making decisions on the hiring and retention of
employees, which is necessary for the operation of a business.
Culture Change - Answer -The process of transforming the values, norms, and
practices of an organization to create a more inclusive environment.
Exit Interview - Answer -A meeting with an employee who is leaving the organization to
gain insights into their experience and reasons for departure.
Out-Group Bias - Answer -The tendency to view members of a different group as less
favorable or competent compared to members of one's own group.
Benefits of Structured Interviewing - Answer -Reduces bias, increases reliability, and
improves the validity of the hiring process.
