This week, you have been exploring the concepts of prejudices, stereotypes, discrimination, and privilege. In this assignment, you connect the dots between insight gained from this week’s readings, learning activities, and your own internet research exploring various ethnic groups to consider historical facts, current implications, and the advantages of a multicultural society.

You must provide explanations and research in the chart. THIS IS NOT A PERSONAL OPINION ASSIGNMENT. This is research based.

You should have a minimum of 2 references that you indicate in the body of the worksheet. APA formatted.

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Multicultural Matrix and Analysis Worksheet

SOC/315 v7

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Multicultural Matrix and Analysis Worksheet

Part 1: Matrix

Using Ch. 10 of Sociology in Modules and your own internet research, select and identify 6 different ethnic groups.

Complete the matrix below for the groups you identified.

Multicultural Matrix

Ethnic Group

What is a historical fact about this group that has implications in the present?

What are some cultural practices and/or customs shared by this group?

How is this group represented in the media?

What is a current challenge faced by this group in the workplace?

Part 2: Analysis

Write a 350- to 700-word analysis of the advantages of a multicultural society and labor force.

Include specific examples related to at least 3 of the ethnic groups you identified in Part 1.

Use the following questions to guide your writing:

· How has U.S. society influenced each ethnic group’s mindset and identity?

· How has each group been stereotyped? How accurate are these stereotypes?

· How do the social concepts of prejudice, discrimination, and privilege affect multicultural groups?

· How do the behavioral and thinking patterns in U.S. society (e.g., biases, stereotypes, discriminatory practices) affect multicultural groups, especially regarding class systems and employment?

Part 3: References

Include references formatted according to APA guidelines.

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