In What Way Does Current Thought on Workplace Diversity Differ

question 28

Multiple Choice

In what way does current thought on workplace diversity differ from the older idea that people who were different would want to 'fit' into the organization?

• A) By realizing that people from diverse backgrounds will automatically begin to integrate into the larger workplace and community over time.
• B) By recognizing that employees don't set aside their cultural values, lifestyle preferences, and differences when they come to work.
• C) By using techniques such as structured workshops to show employees that behavior that is perfectly valid within their community may not be valid in the context of the workplace.
• D) By openly seeking a heterogeneous workplace and avoiding homogeneity wherever possible.
• E) By taking active steps to minimize the effect of cultural values and lifestyle preference within the workplace.

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Definitions:

Intergroup Tension

A psychological and social phenomenon where conflict or stress arises between different groups due to competition, stereotypes, miscommunication, or prejudices.

Group Territory

The physical or conceptual space that a group identifies as its own, often defended against others.

Hive Setting

A social structure or environment where individuals work collectively in a highly cooperative and efficient manner, often compared to the functionality of a beehive.

Specialized

Having a particular area of expertise or focusing on a specific subject or skill within a broader field.