Cultural Competence: How to Avoid Cultural Appropriation

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Course features
  • Category: Organizational Culture
  • Course Length: 8 minutes
  • Series: Cultural Competence
  • Video Length: 5.25 minutes
  • Author: The URL dr
  • Resources: Resources to help you further your understanding of organizational culture
Course overview
In this micro course, you’ll learn what cultural appropriation is, why it’s problematic, and how to avoid engaging in it. We’ll explore the nuances of cultural exchange versus appropriation, and you’ll gain practical insights on how to appreciate and honor different cultures without crossing the line into appropriation.
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course learning objectives
  • Identify what cultural appropriation is 
  • Discover ​the difference between appreciation and appropriation
  • Explore how to avoid acts of cultural appropriation
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Certification included
Downloadable certificate upon completion.

Understanding Cultural Appropriation

Cultural appropriation involves adopting elements of one culture by members of another culture, often without understanding or respecting the original context. This issue is complex and can lead to misunderstandings, perpetuate stereotypes, and contribute to a broader pattern of cultural exploitation.
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Skills you'll learn in this course

Intercultural Competence

Inclusive Leadership 

Building Diverse Teams

Kim Merritt

Kim Merritt, The URL dr, has been teaching and training the business community for over thirty years. Her company's line of business soft skill micro courses are a quick and effective way to master a new competency in fifteen minutes or less. 
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