POV CPB
Who, Me? Biased?: Understanding Implicit Bias

What To Expect

The unit is constructed around three short videos that explain different facets, or features, of implicit bias, including examples of creative research that demonstrate how implicit bias works and how people can counteract its effects. You'll view each video and follow the instructions to:

  • take notes (in words, phrases, or complete sentences),
  • answer questions (using complete sentences),
  • complete surveys on your personal reflections, and/or
  • write a summary (in the form of a paragraph or two).

There are three main purposes of these assignments:

  1. To help you understand the societal impact of implicit bias and remember what you've learned.
  2. To facilitate personal reflection on how implicit bias has influenced your life.
  3. To provide you with a comprehensive set of notes to complete your final assignment, an essay. You will synthesize facts you’ve learned with personal reflections to create an evidence-based opinion piece, answering the question: What role does implicit bias play in human relationships and what can be done about it?

Note: Learning about implicit bias can remind us of times when we have mistreated others or when we have been treated unfairly. If you encounter moments that are disturbing, find people you can talk to; classmates, family members, or your teacher would all be good choices.

So, if you're ready to start exploring a really important component of human interactions in the contemporary world, go to the next page.