Because microaggression can be so subtle learning how to identify it and respond to it can be a challenge. Two videos from a PBS series provide examples of this form of bias and offer suggestions for how to respond in productive ways.

Concepts

social-emotional learning, bias, gender bias, prejudice, stereotypes

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Conduct the first part of reflection activity before showing the first video
• Use the video in a professional development seminar for staff
• Sequence the entire series over a period of several days or weeks

Classroom Considerations

• The two videos are excerpts from a longer Microaggressions in the Classroom video
• Presumes a protocol has been established for a safe, respectful discussion of sensitive issues

Pros

• The resource includes a vocabulary list, an activity, and a background reading handout

Cons

• None