MMLL : Understanding Implicit Bias

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This session is for staff in the Faculty of MMLL, especially those examining language oral exams.

This session builds on the 'Understanding Unconscious Bias' online module and aims to provide participants with an understanding of the nature of Unconscious Bias and how it impacts on individual and group attitudes, behaviours and decision-making processes. This session will enable you to work towards reducing the effects of unconscious bias for yourself and within the Faculty, with particular focus on language oral assessments.

For all MMLL staff involved in examining, especially those examining language oral exams.

Number of sessions: 1

By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to:

• Explain the source and function of unconscious bias
• Recognise how unconscious bias impacts on decision-making and relationships in the Faculty
• Develop strategies and techniques for reducing personal unconscious bias, as well as the unconscious bias that manifests in and across the Faculty
• Develop a strategy for individual action