Implicit Bias refers to the attitudes, beliefs or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner. These biases often manifest themselves in the forms of micro-aggressions and stereotypes. Everyone has Implicit Bias, but few of us are aware of it and how it impacts our daily experiences. For educators, Implicit Bias may have a negative effect on our students’ behavior and academic outcomes. This session will share real-life examples of different Implicit Bias, Micro-aggressions and Stereotypes, how they impact our schools and provide practical strategies to address and confront them in ourselves and others.

Learning Outcomes:

We will …

• Define implicit bias and identify key characteristics.
• Define microaggressions and identify key characteristics.
• Define stereotypes and identify key characteristics.
• Identify specific steps and strategies to challenge implicit bias, microaggressions, and stereotypes.

Training will be facilitated by NEA Staff, David Coleman.
If you have any questions, please contact Makia Burns, OEA Organizer, burnsm@ohea.org