Stereotype Threat

The goal of this facilitator-led training module is to:

increase awareness of stereotype threat and its impact on students of color
develop skills for managing stereotype threat
foster a culture of inclusion and belonging
support the development of anti-racist leaders

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Training modules are tailored to three competency levels—foundational, intermediate and advanced—each of which encompasses specific knowledge, skills and actions (KSAs) that promote racial equity. Take the Self-Assessment Survey to determine your initial competency level.

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START STEREOTYPE THREAT TRAINING

This training module is designed to be conducted in a half-day workshop (approximately 3-4 hours). Participants will engage in personal reflection, transformative conversations, and interactive activities to foster collaborative knowledge exchange among participants. It utilizes innovative teaching methods and incorporates students’ lived experiences.

Introduction

- Welcome and Overview: Introduce the training objectives, goals, and the importance of addressing stereotype threat in higher educationUnderstanding the concept of racial trauma in higher education
- Understanding the concept of stereotype threat in higher education and its impact and the campus community

SESSION 1: Understanding Stereotype Threat

- Self Reflection Activity: Participants will individually reflect on their own experiences and perceptions of stereotype threat in higher education settings
- Presentation: Facilitator provides an overview of stereotype threat, its impact on students of color, and its implications for performance and engagement

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