SOCS-350N Week 4 Discussion: Diverse Groups AND : Triggers (DQ 1 AND 2)

Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Section 4; Integrative Questions for Section 4 Lesson Minimum of 1 scholarly source Initial Post Instructions If we look at the term diversity as different groups, we can include groups such as Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Generation Y. For the initial post, address the following: What are some of the major differences between these groups when it comes to the work force? What strategies can be implemented to deal with the issues and overcome obstacles to create a successful organization? Follow-Up Post Instructions Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification. For example, did your peers point out differences you did not consider? How have you dealt with the barriers they noted in your workplace? How would your peers strategies work for your workplace? Provide some new advice to your peers for the issues and obstacles you noted. SOCS 350N Week 4 Discussion: Triggers Required Resources Read/review the following resources for this activity: Textbook: Section 4; Integrative Questions for Section 4 Lesson Minimum of 1 scholarly source Initial Post Instructions Triggers are ethnocentric responses to differences and defensive reactions to ethnocentrism. Any number of things can serve as triggers, but they generally fall into the following categories: voice, appearance, attitude, and behavior. For the initial post, address the following: Describe a trigger that you have responded to in the past, even if it was only a fleeting mental thought. What was the result of your response? If you had a negative response, how could your response to the situation been better or different? What barriers did you need to overcome? Follow-Up Post Instructions Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification. For example, how were your experiences similar or different to your peers? What advice would you give to your peers about how to handle the situation? Determine the value of selfawareness regarding your peers’ situations.