ENG 122 Week 3 Discussion 1

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Week 3 - Discussion

Objectivity and Bias

In this discussion, we’ll continue to build an argument that is appropriate for the rhetorical situation. Through this discussion, you will consider the opinions, assumptions, and biases that may impact your objectivity.

Prepare

Review the discussion grading criteria, read What Lies Beneath the Surface by Joy Meads, and watch the full video Mind Bugs | Mahzarin R. Banaji | TEDxBari (Links to an external site.) fromTEDx Talks on YouTube.

https://youtu.be/AFEaCFFsM2U

Then, log on to Project Implicit  and take at least one implicit association test (IAT). There are many tests to choose from. You do not have to register or log in. You can take any test(s) as an unregistered “guest” by clicking the orange “GO!” button. Pay close attention to the instructions for each section of the IAT. The rules change!

Reflect 

After learning about the IAT and taking the test online, think about your results and the explanation provided by the website. Are the results surprising to you? Do you trust the outcome of the IAT? How did you feel while taking the test and how did you feel when you received the results? Were some parts of the IAT easier than others?

Think about the possible biases, assumptions, and opinions that may be influencing your work in this class. Will Mead’s ten strategies for overcoming unconscious bias help you compose a more objective argument?

Write 

Share what you learned from your IAT experience and relate it to Meads’ ten strategies for overcoming unconscious bias.

Then,

·         remind the class of your research question and share your working thesis statement (See Writing a Thesis Statement (Links to an external site.)),

·         identify your personal opinions, experiences, assumptions, and associations with the subject of your argumentative essay,

·         explain how you intend to overcome your biases so you can write an objective research-based argument, and

·         share how you plan to integrate research into your rough draft this week.

Be sure to speak up if you have any questions or concerns.

Respond to Peers 

You are expected to engage in this discussion on multiple days throughout the week, Tuesday through Monday. Log in frequently from your computer or through the mobile app to stay engaged.

As you respond to each of your classmates’ posts, discuss their potential biases and provide your perspective and suggestions. Remember, biases are often subconscious so we all need help in identifying them! Approach classmates honestly and respectfully with care and compassion.

Help your classmates identify issues with their research questions or working thesis statements and offer suggestions as a peer and as an audience. Use the course materials to help answer your classmates’ questions. You are invited to share relevant audio, video, or images in your responses.

Be sure to participate in meaningful conversation with multiple classmates in this discussion, which will close at the end of the learning week. This discussion will be assessed on a 10-point scale and is worth 5% of your final grade.