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What is the primary purpose of Loden's Diversity Wheel?
What is the primary purpose of Loden's Diversity Wheel?
Which dimension of diversity is considered an 'inner' layer of the Diversity Wheel and often involves personal identity?
Which dimension of diversity is considered an 'inner' layer of the Diversity Wheel and often involves personal identity?
In Loden's Diversity Wheel, which category is most likely to affect interpersonal interactions in the workplace?
In Loden's Diversity Wheel, which category is most likely to affect interpersonal interactions in the workplace?
How can Loden's Diversity Wheel help organizations address unconscious bias?
How can Loden's Diversity Wheel help organizations address unconscious bias?
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Which outer layer of Loden's Diversity Wheel is often associated with visible attributes that can influence initial perceptions?
Which outer layer of Loden's Diversity Wheel is often associated with visible attributes that can influence initial perceptions?
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In Loden's Diversity Wheel, which dimension would include factors such as socio-economic status and educational attainment?
In Loden's Diversity Wheel, which dimension would include factors such as socio-economic status and educational attainment?
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Which of the following is NOT a category typically found in the Diversity Wheel's 'outer' layers?
Which of the following is NOT a category typically found in the Diversity Wheel's 'outer' layers?
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Which of the following is considered a dimension of diversity related to ability and disability?
Which of the following is considered a dimension of diversity related to ability and disability?
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Study Notes
Loden's Diversity Wheel
- A visualization tool designed to categorize various dimensions of diversity.
- Comprises "inner" and "outer" layers representing different characteristics.
Dimensions of Diversity
- Outer Layer: Includes factors like educational background and visible attributes such as ethnicity.
- Inner Layer: Encompasses personal identity facets like values, beliefs, and self-concept.
Impact on Workplace Interactions
- Disability is a key dimension affecting interpersonal interactions within professional settings.
- Ethnicity is associated with initial perceptions based on visible attributes.
Addressing Unconscious Bias
- The Diversity Wheel provides a framework for organizations to understand and appreciate differing diversity dimensions, facilitating discussions on unconscious bias.
External Influences
- Factors like socio-economic status and educational attainment are categorized as external influences, impacting an individual's experiences and opportunities.
Core Identity Formation
- The inner layer plays a critical role in the development of an individual's core identity through its focus on personal values and beliefs.
Enhancing Team Dynamics
- Understanding the Diversity Wheel encourages awareness and inclusivity, ultimately improving team collaboration and dynamics in organizations.
Non-typical Categories
- Personal values are not considered an outer layer category within the Diversity Wheel.
Abilities and Disabilities
- Physical and cognitive disabilities constitute a specific dimension related to ability and disability within the context of diversity.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the key concepts of diversity as presented in Educ 4. It includes questions about Loden's Diversity Wheel and its various dimensions. Test your knowledge on how diversity is categorized and its significance in educational settings.
