Directions: This written exam is to be submitted electronically through BlackBoards system by the deadline. No late exams will be accepted. This exam is worth 25% of your course grade. Exams should be no less than 3 and no more than 5 pages in length. Your responses should reflect a thorough and thoughtful reading of the required text (Robbins, Chatterjee, & Canda, & Leibowitz, 2018) and How to Be an Anti-Racist (Kendi, 2018). Part 1: Application of Theory We examined five (5) broad areas of human behavior theory so far this semester (systems, conflict, feminist, empowerment, and cultural identity). Choose TWO (2) of these broad theories and respond to the following 2 sections: 1. Clearly identify your two theories and describe the core concepts of the theory in your own words to demonstrate your knowledge of the theory base. (5 points) 2. Using specific examples from the text and any outside reading/current events, relate each of the two theories to a major theme of How to be an Anti-Racist and thoroughly describe how the theories explain your selected themes. (5 points) Part 2: Examining Anti-Racism Practices on an Individual Level 3. Describe how you can commit to following some of the steps to eliminate racial inequity that Kendi outlines on page 231. a. How can you hold yourself accountable while practicing these steps? b. Who can support you in this work to actively be an antiracist? (5 points) 4. Why does Kendi recommend that we approach antiracist work with vulnerability? a. Why is it difficult to acknowledge our own beliefs or perspectives as being racist? b. How can recognizing and sharing our own beliefs create an opportunity for self-reflection? c. How can you help others in their own reflection and learning? (5 points) 5. Provide an APA style reference list for any cited sources (should include, at minimum, the two required texts). Please make sure to proofread your work and follow the response format described in the directions. Spelling, sentence structure, citations, organization, flow and critical thinking are all important aspects of this assignment and assessed in this section. (5 points)
NEED TO HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF THE BOOKS