Unconscious Bias: When Good Intentions Aren't Enough by KD

Unconscious Bias: When Good Intentions Aren't Enough by KD https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19 Post your reaction to the article: What connections did you make with the article? What ideas do you have to help the Cultural Competency Committee to develop a program to help us grow in our cultural competency agenda? How can we hold ourselves accountable? How can our actions match our intentions? What is your level of commitment wanting to undo your unconscious bias? en-us 2017-09-11 23:48:43 UTC 2024-07-26 09:50:17 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Optimplaces.png Hello ✋ https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906458 2017-09-12 17:58:11 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906458 The article was good https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906499 2017-09-12 17:58:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906499 This is a great article to bring awareness and to help start the process of opening up, being honest with each other, and strengthening our RSA team 💪💪💪. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906738 2017-09-12 17:58:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906738 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906798 I am I am very committed at examining and undoing any unconscious bias I may have. I'm excited we are doing this together!]]> 2017-09-12 17:58:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906798 I'm committed https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906828 I think this is a valuable movement that will be difficult at times but well worth it for us and our kids ]]> 2017-09-12 17:58:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906828 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906865 Cultural competence is key when working with diverse groups. Continued training is crucial to creating awareness
and growth ]]> 2017-09-12 17:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906865 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906990 2017-09-12 17:59:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186906990 I want to be open https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907086 2017-09-12 17:59:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907086 I https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907135 2017-09-12 17:59:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907135 👍...I think that people have to be really brave to open themselves up and be vulnerable. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907182 2017-09-12 17:59:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907182 This article made me want to observe myself when I interact with different students. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907219 2017-09-12 17:59:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907219 I am committed to this process and appreciate having the time to discuss this and explore other's ideas and experiences. Cultural competence is very important. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907258 2017-09-12 17:59:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907258 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907391 This this article made me mad think of my classroom and making sure that I am doing the right thing .

]]> 2017-09-12 17:59:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907391 Everyone has bias https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907445 2017-09-12 17:59:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907445 I believe each of us have a special opportunity at the RSA to learn and grow through sharing in this process. We are a caring, intelligent and diverse staff. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907447 2017-09-12 17:59:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907447 I think this article provided a great introduction to unconscious bias and https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907556 2017-09-12 17:59:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907556 I liked the arti https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907788 2017-09-12 18:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907788 I am committed to having a michelle_blakley https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907880 2017-09-12 18:00:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186907880 I am committed https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908124 It is essential that everyone monitor the way questioning .. things can easily be taken as personal attacks...I believe everyone has the ability to learn from everyone else]]> 2017-09-12 18:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908124 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908129 I agree that we need to make sure as a staff that we feel comfortable with each other to say something and help learn from each other ]]> 2017-09-12 18:00:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908129 IA https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908263 I thought the article was informative and full of good information. We are all guilty of being bias to some extent. ]]> 2017-09-12 18:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908263 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908586 2017-09-12 18:01:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908586 I am glad that we are beginning to discuss personal bias. This article did a good job introducing the subject and encouraging dialogue for our team. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908625 2017-09-12 18:01:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908625 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908704 I can't wait for the next step! I want us to dive deep and stay with it, even when it gets uncomfortable.]]> 2017-09-12 18:01:56 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908704 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908771 Leadership training for staff

]]> 2017-09-12 18:02:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908771 Don't forget that unconscious bias applies to areas other than race/ethnicity. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908971 2017-09-12 18:02:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908971 Have conversation about real life wxperi https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908998 2017-09-12 18:02:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186908998 I am committed to extending our conversation. michelle_blakley https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909117 2017-09-12 18:02:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909117 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909190 Open dialogue

]]> 2017-09-12 18:02:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909190 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909208 Great let's keep talking about this so we can understand

]]> 2017-09-12 18:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909208 I am glad we are pausing to reflect. I have been on the receiving end of bias and did not like it https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909416 2017-09-12 18:03:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909416 Perhaps having some activities, especially early in this process, that allow for anonymity might help folks get real. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909436 2017-09-12 18:03:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909436 I think accountability partners are always a good thing. Being fully honest with yourself/myself is important. I am fully committed to engaging fully in this focus https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909467 2017-09-12 18:03:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909467 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909470 This article was a great introduction to unconscious bias and a great resource for our building to help our cultural competency grow. I am very committed to undo my unconscious bias especially in my classroom.]]> 2017-09-12 18:03:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909470 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909663 I think that the article was right on target many times our unconscious bias causes issues that we are unaware of and can create friction within the relationship]]> 2017-09-12 18:03:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909663 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909749 Expectations w/ Grace equals a teachable moment. A Teachable moment opens the door for honest communication between the student and staff member.]]> 2017-09-12 18:03:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909749 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909903 2017-09-12 18:04:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909903 I think we need to be commit to understand your own michelle_blakley https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909904 2017-09-12 18:04:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909904 I am very committed to the cause https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909992 2017-09-12 18:04:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186909992 I think the article and the PD wss excellent! https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910025 2017-09-12 18:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910025 Actions speak louder than w https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910409 2017-09-12 18:05:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910409 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910445 Diversity training ]]> 2017-09-12 18:05:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910445 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910548 Cultural Ecomonics

]]> 2017-09-12 18:05:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186910548 Words https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911190 2017-09-12 18:06:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911190 We need to be aware of our own biases I michelle_blakley https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911241 2017-09-12 18:06:27 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911241 Interesting article, but it made assumptions. There were many good points, even so. Worth thinking about, but far from the end of the discussion. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911263 2017-09-12 18:06:29 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911263 Having... https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911657 One's own biases exposed is a painful but freeing process that enriches your world ]]> 2017-09-12 18:07:09 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911657 Grace https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911748 2017-09-12 18:07:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911748 I am committed as well. I want to reduce any unconcious bias I have. Thanks for asking. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911791 2017-09-12 18:07:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911791 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911900 I hope we can get to the point where we are able to have real conversations with each other.]]> 2017-09-12 18:07:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911900 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911989 Some staff seem defensive 👀👀👀]]> 2017-09-12 18:07:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186911989 My unconscious bias allowed me to not be able to do this with everyone https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912009 2017-09-12 18:07:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912009 I like that it opens up conversation to get people comfortable talking about it. shamyia_mannon https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912053 2017-09-12 18:07:58 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912053 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912555 Allow students to positively express their educational concerns in the educational setting.]]> 2017-09-12 18:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912555 Editorial comment! https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912960 2017-09-12 18:09:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186912960 Bias, a four letter word that often leads to misunderstandings and derail hopes of effective communication... which could build strong relationships. But, many times because we all have preconceived ideas, understandings and beliefs, Nothing is said. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186964836

]]> 2017-09-12 20:19:59 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186964836 Biases https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186974010 I hope that not every topic or article talks only about biases dealing with race or ethnicity. There are many other biases that are just as pertinent and noteworthy.

]]> 2017-09-12 21:00:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186974010 I am very glad this is being discussed at the same time as trauma. I believe that the two can be related for many of us and not realize trauma is at the root of some of our bias. I am looking for some healing, not only for myself, but for others also. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186976178 2017-09-12 21:10:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186976178 I believe that some of our bias are related to trauma. I am glad both topics are being discussed in the district. I am looking forward to healing not only for myself but for others as well. I am committed to a growth mindset. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186977597 2017-09-12 21:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/186977597 When people are rolling their eyes and commenting under their breath it makes it difficult to have these conversations. We can't make changes unless we are open minded https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187019876 2017-09-13 02:26:38 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187019876 Very frustrating when people don't want to accept the truth. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187020449 2017-09-13 02:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187020449 Interesting how people are offended when called out for offending others. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187020820 2017-09-13 02:33:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187020820 It's frustrating having these discussions because we always have to dance around tough conversations because people are offended by what I have to experience daily. If talking about is uncomfortable try walking in my shoes. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187021561 2017-09-13 02:38:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187021561 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022499 People are too easily offended. ]]> 2017-09-13 02:45:34 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022499 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022550 White people! Do not rationalize my experience. ]]> 2017-09-13 02:45:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022550 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022652 How how does someone become a part of the diversity/trauma/competence team? ]]> 2017-09-13 02:46:42 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022652 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022905 It seemed that many people were not ok with others not being ok. ]]> 2017-09-13 02:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187022905 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023094 Hopefully we can have a 'real' conversation ]]> 2017-09-13 02:50:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023094 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023218 Lack of understanding perpetuates prejudice and unfair bias]]> 2017-09-13 02:51:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023218 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023351 "Either they don't know, don't show, or don't care about what goes on in the hood"]]> 2017-09-13 02:52:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023351 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023615 Find out the students 'why'...if you truly care. ]]> 2017-09-13 02:55:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187023615 I https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187033506 2017-09-13 04:12:31 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187033506 It is alarming when people don't want to have these discussions but want to teach our students. https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187033511 2017-09-13 04:12:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187033511 https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187034630 Is it possible to undo when people have already decided they don't feel its a problem]]> 2017-09-13 04:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kristin_dahmer/u30kvd0doh19/wish/187034630