Challenging Stereotypes and Building Empathy

Question 9 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What is a stereotype?

Answer

a popular trend or fashion in a particular culture

a personal belief or opinion about an individual based on their actions

a widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people

a factual and evidence-based understanding of a cultural group's practices

Identity Exploration in Ethnic Studies

Circumstances and Choices

Analyzing Media Through an Ethnic Studies Lens