Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: Understanding Unconscious Bias

Type of course:

Digital learning, Lesson

Language:

Duration:

30 minutes

Workload:

2 hours

Proficiency:

Beginner

Target:

Pupils, Students

In this learning nugget we will begin to explore Unconscious Bias. This nugget is focused on understanding what unconscious bias is, how it happens and why it’s important. A subsequent nugget in this learning path will deal with the ways in which we can tackle unconscious bias in ourselves, others and our organisation.

Learning outcomes

Understand how and why bias happens
Recognise the power unconscious bias plays in every aspect of our lives – both personal and professional
Identify the part unconscious bias plays in our thinking, behaviour, choices, decision