{"id":2913,"date":"2023-02-19T16:11:07","date_gmt":"2023-02-19T16:11:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.one.lumenlearning.com\/introductiontobusiness\/chapter\/learn-it-4-4-1-career-connection\/"},"modified":"2024-06-22T17:30:02","modified_gmt":"2024-06-22T17:30:02","slug":"learn-it-4-4-1-career-connection","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/content.one.lumenlearning.com\/introductiontobusiness\/chapter\/learn-it-4-4-1-career-connection\/","title":{"raw":"Learn It 5.6.1: Career Connection: Equity and Inclusion","rendered":"Learn It 5.6.1: Career Connection: Equity and Inclusion"},"content":{"raw":"<section class=\"textbox learningGoals\">\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Explore equity and inclusion as a career skill<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/section>\r\n<h2>Equity and Inclusion<\/h2>\r\n<p>A person is skilled in <strong>equity and inclusion<\/strong> by demonstrating the awareness and ability to respectfully engage and include people from different local and global cultures while also actively challenging the systems and policies that are unfairly exclusionary.[footnote]adapted from\u00a0<em>Development and Validation of the NACE Career Readiness Competencies<\/em>. 2022. National Association of Colleges and Employers. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.naceweb.org\/uploadedfiles\/files\/2022\/resources\/2022-nace-career-readiness-development-and-validation.pdf\">https:\/\/www.naceweb.org\/uploadedfiles\/files\/2022\/resources\/2022-nace-career-readiness-development-and-validation.pdf<\/a>[\/footnote] In a global economy where working virtually is becoming more common, you should anticipate that you will interact professionally with people from a variety of different geographic, cultural, and demographic backgrounds.<\/p>\r\n<p>Learning about experiences and perspectives that are different from your own will not only allow you to better understand and interact with co-workers, but in a business context, it is also important for maintaining productive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. In school and business, everyone is interested in seeking out and taking advantage of opportunities.\u00a0Equity and inclusion is also about speaking up if you notice something about your organization is structured to unfairly exclude some groups from opportunity. Here are some examples of equity and inclusion in action within a college environment:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Joining a club at school where you learn about other cultures such as Model United Nations, an anime club, or a cultural appreciation club<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Advocating for your college to invite guest speakers who reflect the diversity of the student body and the community<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Participate in a study abroad program as part of your studies. Your college may offer such programs and there are scholarship opportunities available such as:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gilmanscholarship.org\/program\/program-overview\/\">Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gilmanscholarship.org\/program\/gilman-mccain-scholarships\/\">John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/clscholarship.org\/\">Critical Language Scholarship<\/a>; and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/culturalvistas.org\/programs\/abroad\/congress-bundestag-youth-exchange-young-professionals\/\">Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals<\/a>.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<section class=\"textbox connectIt\">\r\n<p>[embed]https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L8fxsu1L9Wk[\/embed]<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"p1\">You can view the <a href=\"https:\/\/course-building.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/Intro+to+Business\/transcripts\/5SpaghettiDinnersFromAroundtheWorld.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">transcript for \u201c5 Spaghetti Dinners From Around the World\u201d here (opens in new window).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\r\n<p>An easy way to learn about other cultures is through food. Everyone eats and every culture has foods that are distinctive. Being open minded and trying something from a different culture is one way of learning and showing respect for that culture.<\/p>\r\n<p>Talking about food is an easy way to form a connection with someone else. When is the last time that you ate spaghetti? Which of the dishes in this video would you most want to try?<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Pasta c'a Muddica Atturrata from Italy<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Crispy Spaghetti Nests from South Africa<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Super Savory Sapidly Salty Pasta from the U.S.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Pink Beetroot Pasta from Australia<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Spaghetti from the Philippines<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>What did you think of the contributor's comment that there is a correct way to prepare pasta? In what ways did the response by the video's host demonstrate equity and inclusion?<\/p>\r\n<p>[reveal-answer q=\"474102\"]Click to Show Sample Answer[\/reveal-answer]<br \/>\r\n[hidden-answer a=\"474102\"]Carlo's comment that there is a correct way to prepare pasta reflects a deep respect and pride for his culinary heritage. He values the traditional methods passed down through generations and believes these methods preserve the authenticity and cultural significance of the dish.<\/p>\r\n<p>Beryl's response demonstrated equity and inclusion in several ways:<\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li>\r\n<p><strong>Acknowledgment and Respect:<\/strong> Beryl acknowledges Carlo's feelings and respects his dedication to traditional Italian methods. This recognition validates Carlo's cultural perspective and shows respect for his culinary heritage.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n<p><strong>Personal Perspective:<\/strong> Beryl shares her own perspective, emphasizing that food can be a unifier and that there is value in diverse interpretations of recipes. By sharing her viewpoint, she includes her own experiences and preferences, highlighting the inclusiveness of different culinary approaches.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n<p><strong>Open-Mindedness:<\/strong> Beryl demonstrates an open-minded approach by trying the traditional dish even though she is not a fan of anchovies. This willingness to experience and appreciate different culinary traditions promotes inclusivity and a broader understanding of diverse food cultures.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n<p><strong>Balance Between Tradition and Innovation:<\/strong> While Beryl respects traditional methods, she also believes in the importance of creativity and innovation in cooking. Her approach suggests that while honoring traditional recipes is important, there is also room for adaptation and new interpretations, promoting a more inclusive view of culinary practices.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n<p><strong>Cultural Exchange:<\/strong> Beryl\u2019s response encourages cultural exchange by valuing both the preservation of traditional methods and the exploration of new ways to enjoy food. This balance fosters an environment where different culinary traditions can be shared, appreciated, and celebrated.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p>[\/hidden-answer]<\/p>\r\n<\/section>","rendered":"<section class=\"textbox learningGoals\">\n<ul>\n<li>Explore equity and inclusion as a career skill<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<h2>Equity and Inclusion<\/h2>\n<p>A person is skilled in <strong>equity and inclusion<\/strong> by demonstrating the awareness and ability to respectfully engage and include people from different local and global cultures while also actively challenging the systems and policies that are unfairly exclusionary.<a class=\"footnote\" title=\"adapted from\u00a0Development and Validation of the NACE Career Readiness Competencies. 2022. National Association of Colleges and Employers. https:\/\/www.naceweb.org\/uploadedfiles\/files\/2022\/resources\/2022-nace-career-readiness-development-and-validation.pdf\" id=\"return-footnote-2913-1\" href=\"#footnote-2913-1\" aria-label=\"Footnote 1\"><sup class=\"footnote\">[1]<\/sup><\/a> In a global economy where working virtually is becoming more common, you should anticipate that you will interact professionally with people from a variety of different geographic, cultural, and demographic backgrounds.<\/p>\n<p>Learning about experiences and perspectives that are different from your own will not only allow you to better understand and interact with co-workers, but in a business context, it is also important for maintaining productive relationships with customers and other stakeholders. 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McCain International Scholarship for Military Families<\/a>; <a href=\"https:\/\/clscholarship.org\/\">Critical Language Scholarship<\/a>; and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/culturalvistas.org\/programs\/abroad\/congress-bundestag-youth-exchange-young-professionals\/\">Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange for Young Professionals<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<section class=\"textbox connectIt\">\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"oembed-1\" title=\"\ud83c\udf5d5 Spaghetti Dinners From Around the World\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/L8fxsu1L9Wk?feature=oembed&#38;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You can view the <a href=\"https:\/\/course-building.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/Intro+to+Business\/transcripts\/5SpaghettiDinnersFromAroundtheWorld.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"s1\">transcript for \u201c5 Spaghetti Dinners From Around the World\u201d here (opens in new window).<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>An easy way to learn about other cultures is through food. Everyone eats and every culture has foods that are distinctive. Being open minded and trying something from a different culture is one way of learning and showing respect for that culture.<\/p>\n<p>Talking about food is an easy way to form a connection with someone else. When is the last time that you ate spaghetti? Which of the dishes in this video would you most want to try?<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pasta c&#8217;a Muddica Atturrata from Italy<\/li>\n<li>Crispy Spaghetti Nests from South Africa<\/li>\n<li>Super Savory Sapidly Salty Pasta from the U.S.<\/li>\n<li>Pink Beetroot Pasta from Australia<\/li>\n<li>Spaghetti from the Philippines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What did you think of the contributor&#8217;s comment that there is a correct way to prepare pasta? In what ways did the response by the video&#8217;s host demonstrate equity and inclusion?<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"qa-wrapper\" style=\"display: block\"><button class=\"show-answer show-answer-button collapsed\" data-target=\"q474102\">Click to Show Sample Answer<\/button><\/p>\n<div id=\"q474102\" class=\"hidden-answer\" style=\"display: none\">Carlo&#8217;s comment that there is a correct way to prepare pasta reflects a deep respect and pride for his culinary heritage. He values the traditional methods passed down through generations and believes these methods preserve the authenticity and cultural significance of the dish.<\/p>\n<p>Beryl&#8217;s response demonstrated equity and inclusion in several ways:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Acknowledgment and Respect:<\/strong> Beryl acknowledges Carlo&#8217;s feelings and respects his dedication to traditional Italian methods. 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