Diversity and Inclusion: What All the Terms, Labels, and Acronyms Really Mean
by Dr. Lyron H. Andrews
This course will teach you
the definitions and basic use of the terminology
to support inclusive and diverse environment.
What you'll learn
Knowing the definitions and basic use of the
terminology associated with diversity and inclusion helps create a better environments.
In this course,
Diversity and Inclusion: What All the Terms, Labels, and
Acronyms really mean, you’ll learn to
make appropriate use of
terms by understanding context.
First, you’ll explore
why there
is urgency to apply diversity and inclusion in our environments.
Next, you’ll discover
how diversity and inclusion affect the
workplace. Finally, you’ll learn how to
be aware of community-related contexts involving diversity and inclusion.
When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the knowledge of
what all the terms, labels, and acronyms really mean and how to apply definitions and basic use of the terminology to support inclusive and diverse environments.
About the author
Dr. Andrews’ technology career spans three decades. His roles included network manager New York City Department of Education, BMG Direct senior director of IT, and BNY Mellon dean of technology. His doctoral research at Teachers College Columbia found that critical thinking skills thrive in environments that are supportive of five essential elements in the mind of a critical thinker.
He teaches cyber security. He has integrated technology management with teaching at Columbia University and other... more institutions in 30 countries. Other activities include: Google K-12 Think Tank adviser facilitating design thinking sessions at Google campuses in Texas, New York, and California. Manages leadership training and organizational transformation. Co-authored two (ISC)2 certification publications: CISSP/CCSP. Works with Suffolk County Deputy Commissioner Mention-Lewis and court judge Camacho in reducing prisoner recidivism. Facilitates transformational storytelling and design thinking sessions addressing social-cultural barriers and workplace integration issues.