Objectivity and Bias
In this discussion, we’ll continue to build an argument that is appropriate for the rhetorical situation. Through
this discussion, you will consider the opinions, assumptions, and biases that may impact your objectivity.
Reflect
After learning about the IAT and taking the test online, think about your results and the explanation provided by
the website. Are the results surprising to you? Do you trust the outcome of the IAT? How did you feel while
taking the test and how did you feel when you received the results? Were some parts of the IAT easier than
others?
Think about the possible biases, assumptions, and opinions that may be influencing your work in this class.
Will Mead’s ten strategies for overcoming unconscious bias help you compose a more objective argument?
Write
Share what you learned from your IAT experience and relate it to Meads’ ten strategies for overcoming
unconscious bias.