Describe the Social Constructivist Approach

question 16

Essay

Describe the social constructivist approach.

---

Definitions:

Human Resource

Human resource refers to the department within an organization that deals with hiring, training, managing, and retaining staff.

Canadian Human Rights Act

A statute in Canada that prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, or a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.

Equality Before the Law

A principle under which all people are subject to the same laws of justice and are entitled to equal protection and benefit of the laws.

Bona Fide Occupational Requirement

A justified business necessity that allows discrimination in hiring if certain attributes are essential for performing a job.