Current Events #1 Assignment: Exploring Discrimination in the Workplace

This week, we have explored the complex issue of discrimination in the workplace, examining both the legal frameworks that prohibit discriminatory practices and the many ways discrimination occurswhether subtle or overt.

For your assignment, you will conduct an in-depth analysis of a real-world example of workplace discrimination. Your task is to search the internet and find a news story, article, or case involving a company that is facing a legal dispute over discrimination. You may want to review multiple sources to get a full picture of the case before choosing the most relevant article for your analysis.

Why we are doing this: This assignment is designed to help you apply the concepts we've discussed in class to real-world situations. By analyzing a current case of workplace discrimination, you will deepen your understanding of how discrimination manifests, the legal processes involved, and the role companies play in addressing (or failing to address) these issues. This exercise will also encourage critical thinking as you assess whether the company's response is effective and whether the employees involved have a solid legal case.

Assignment Instructions:

Write a post that addresses the following points:

Introduction:

• Provide a brief summary of the article or case you have chosen. Include the background of the situation: What is the legal dispute about? What type of discrimination is alleged (e.g., racial, gender, age, etc.)?

Body Paragraphs:

• Type of Discrimination: Analyze whether the situation described in the article is an example of overt (blatant) or subtle (indirect) discrimination. What indicators support your assessment?
• Legal Standing: Based on what you've learned about discrimination laws this week, do you believe the employee(s) involved have legal standing? Why or why not? Support your opinion with references to laws or course readings.
• Company Response: What actions, if any, is the company taking to address the issue? Is the company correcting the situation (e.g., through policy changes, settlements, or public statements)?

Conclusion:

• Reflect on whether you believe the company's actions are sufficient to address the problem. Do you think the changes or resolutions the company is implementing will prevent similar situations in the future? Why or why not?

How to Earn Full Credit:

• Address every question to receive full credit.
• Write a minimum of 600 words in essay format (no bullet points).
• Include a link to your source for reference.
• You may record and upload a video reflection instead of an essay.
• Cite your sources using APA 7; improper citations may result in a zero.

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/10/technology/tesla-racial-discrimination-california-suit.html Work on the Citation I provide Current Events #1 Assignment: Exploring Discrimination in the Workplace This week, we have explored the complex issue of discrimination in the workplace, examining both the legal frameworks that prohibit discriminatory practices and the many ways discrimination occurswhether subtle or overt. For your assignment, you will conduct an in-depth analysis of a real-world example of workplace discrimination. Your task is to search the internet and find a news story, article, or case involving a company that is facing a legal dispute over discrimination. You may want to review multiple sources to get a full picture of the case before choosing the most relevant article for your analysis. Why we are doing this: This assignment is designed to help you apply the concepts we've discussed in class to real-world situations. By analyzing a current case of workplace discrimination, you will deepen your understanding of how discrimination manifests, the legal processes involved, and the role companies play in addressing (or failing to address) these issues. This exercise will also encourage critical thinking as you assess whether the company's response is effective and whether the employees involved have a solid legal case. Assignment Instructions: Write a post that addresses the following points: Introduction: Provide a brief summary of the article or case you have chosen. Include the background of the situation: What is the legal dispute about? What type of discrimination is alleged (e.g., racial, gender, age, etc.)? Body Paragraphs: Type of Discrimination: Analyze whether the situation described in the article is an example of overt (blatant) or subtle (indirect) discrimination. What indicators support your assessment? Legal Standing: Based on what you've learned about discrimination laws this week, do you believe the employee(s) involved have legal standing? Why or why not? Support your opinion with references to laws or course readings. Company Response: What actions, if any, is the company taking to address the issue? Is the company correcting the situation (e.g., through policy changes, settlements, or public statements)? Conclusion: Reflect on whether you believe the company's actions are sufficient to address the problem. Do you think the changes or resolutions the company is implementing will prevent similar situations in the future? Why or why not? How to Earn Full Credit: Address every question to receive full credit. Write a minimum of 600 words in essay format (no bullet points). Include a link to your source for reference. You may record and upload a video reflection instead of an essay. Cite your sources using APA 7; improper citations may result in a zero