Understanding Implicit Bias Concepts

The video explores implicit bias, an unconscious prejudice affecting attitudes and stereotypes. It highlights examples in healthcare and education, discusses the Implicit Association Test, and addresses criticisms of the test. Real-world implications, such as hiring discrimination, are examined. Strategies to overcome bias, like blind auditions, are suggested, emphasizing the importance of engaging with diverse backgrounds.

What is implicit bias?

• A type of explicit bias

• A conscious prejudice against certain groups

• An unconscious attitude or stereotype affecting our understanding and actions

• A legal term for discrimination

What is a common misconception about implicit bias?

• It is the same as explicit bias

• It only affects certain groups

• It can be easily changed

• It is always negative

Which of the following is an example of implicit bias contradicting conscious beliefs?

• A manager promoting employees based on merit

• A physician recommending less pain medication to black patients despite not holding discriminatory views

• A doctor prescribing the same medication to all patients

• A teacher grading all students equally

What is the Implicit Association Test (IAT) used for?

• Measuring explicit bias

• Predicting future behavior

• Assessing implicit biases by associating groups with positive or negative words

• Evaluating conscious beliefs

What criticism is often directed at the IAT?

• It is not available online

• It is only applicable to racial biases

• It provides inconsistent results over time

• It is too expensive to administer

How does implicit bias affect hiring practices?

• Biases do not influence hiring decisions

• Hiring is based solely on qualifications

• White applicants receive more responses than black applicants with identical resumes

• All applicants are treated equally

What is one method mentioned to reduce implicit bias in orchestras?

• Hiring based on recommendations

• Blind auditions where the musician's gender is unknown

• Increasing the number of auditions

• Using a quota system

What is a potential benefit of engaging in conversations with people from different backgrounds?

• Understanding and reducing implicit biases

• Reinforcing existing stereotypes

• Learning new stereotypes

• Avoiding difficult topics

Why might implicit bias be difficult to overcome?

• It is a conscious choice

• It operates at an unconscious level

• It is legally protected

• It is not widespread

What is a key takeaway about implicit bias from the video?

• It is impossible to change

• It can be mitigated through awareness and conversation

• It only affects older generations

• It is not relevant in modern society