THE
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
SERIES
Week 10: Code Switching
Discussion Questions:
(1) Can you think of an example where you have code-switched?
(2) Where do you draw the line between code-switching for the comfort of others versus compromising your identity or values?
(Ex: hiding an accent, changing appearance, acting younger/older)
(3) How can we avoid evaluating someone's performance based on external characteristics rather than merit?
(3)
Additional Resources:
In the clip below, Steve's character is trying to "act young" to get a position with a young tech firm.
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