Everyone has biases, both explicit—ones we are aware of—and implicit—ones we are unaware of. High schoolers learn the differences between explicit and implicit bias in a short instructional activity where pupils watch a short video, read articles about the topic, and write about their own experiences with implicit bias. Finally, learners share one takeaway from the instructional activity.

Concepts

civic duty, bias, media bias, racism, discrimination

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the lesson to launch a study of biases, both implicit and explicit
• Conclude the lesson by having class members watch the second video in the series and then audit their encounters and friends as suggested in the video

Classroom Considerations

• A classroom culture must be in place that permits an open, safe, respectful conversation about this sensitive topic
• Researchers require access to devices with internet
• Copies and a projector for the video are needed

Pros

• The activities make participants more aware of their own biases and the effects of implicit and explicit biases on others

Cons

• None

Common Core

CCRA.R.2 CCRA.SL.1