Defining Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Organizations is the first course of a four-course series. This course introduces the core definitions of diversity, equity, and inclusion and reasons why these efforts can often fail. We will also explore the elements for making the case for diversity and the concept of DE&I maturation where learners can assess their organization’s activities to determine where it may place on the DE&I continuum. By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Provide a common understanding of the terms diversity, equity and inclusion and how can it be effectively implemented into an organization. 2. Understand how our changing demography will impact your organization, discover various arguments used to make the case for diversity and connect them to your organization's success. 3. Recognize the various levels of diversity in the DE&I continuum and where your organization may be. 4. Identify the common struggles with implementing DE&I initiatives and how to avoid the many ways diversity efforts fail.
AS
Excellent instructor. Course was well organized and the content was informative and easy to digest.
SC
Excellent content - easy to understand and I love the project
LT
I found some of the languages in the quizzes to be a little confusing and I wished there were more questions in the quizzes, but overall was really great and I learned a lot.
DD
Awesome instructor and very important information to understand DE&I in the workplace . Great questions and feedback from Dr. Richard Anthony Baker as well as class participation.
SQ
I thoroughly enjoy Dr. Baker's transparency on the challenges with DEI initiatives
DD
Exceptional course. The gold standard that everyone else should aim for.
DB
Instructor was excellent! The presentation of material was very well done.
CE
The course was insightful and comprehensive. Great data and course delivery from the professor.
FO
Great course! Very interesting but it is more beginner than intermediate
PP
The program was wholistic. It looked on the various challenges to executing an effective DE&I, as well as good practices to keep focus and achieve success. I gained great insight.
YS
A pratically well-structured DE&I lecture presents a clear overview and idea about the key issues, elements and frameworks happened in nowadays organisations.
MW
Very insightful with good core teachings! Richard is a very engaging host!
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Awesome instructor and very important information to understand DE&I in the workplace . Great questions and feedback from Dr. Richard Anthony Baker as well as class participation.
Instructor was excellent! The presentation of material was very well done.
Dr. Richard Baker did an excellent job in explaining DE&I and how to create a strategy for the workplace. I thought I was knowledgable about DE&I, but after taking this class, realized that I really only knew about diversity, but was lacking in understanding the true meaning of equity and inclusion. I believe I can truly be a better manager and make strides to make a diferrence in all of my future endeavors, including living my every day life.
great content. Easy to understsnd and follow.
Great introductory course, gives just enough without delving too deep. Great starter course.
Good course to learn some basics about DE&I and to understand the difficulties you could encounter in applying DE&I in organizations
I would say that it was an incredibly enlightening and valuable experience. This course exceeded my expectations and provided me with a comprehensive understanding of the importance and intricacies of DE&I within organizational context. Each module was well structured and presented in a manner that was easy to follow. The course also incorporated various resources and materials, including readings, videos and supplementary materials, which further enriched the learning experience.
Overall, "Defining DE&I Specialization in Organizations" was a transformative course that provided me with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to drive meaningful change within my own organization.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) courses on Coursera typically focus on exploring the concepts and practices of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, community, or society. These courses can cover a range of topics, including unconscious bias, microaggressions, intersectionality, cultural competency, and effective strategies for promoting DE&I. The course format may include video lectures, quizzes, discussions, and practical exercises.
Dr. Baker is an engaging presenter. I like his clarity and honesty. He's not waiting for a miracle or assuring us that DE&I was, is, or will ever be successful in organizations. He is showing us ways to keep pushing forward. He is warm, sincere, and inspirational in his methods and message.
Completing a DE&I course has always been a career dream for me, and I am glad and honored to take a DE&I course that Rice University created. I enjoyed the thought-provoking discussion posts and enjoyed Dr. Baker's origin story and explaining why DE&I is essential.
Phenomenal job!
The videos and discussion questions were very practical, and they gave me a valuable opportunity to reflect on the diversity efforts within my organization. I would have appreciated receiving more feedback in the discussion forums.
An educative, insightful course with practical learnings on how to advocate for DE&I efforts in your organization. I strongly recommend it for both upcoming and experienced DE&I professionals!
I really enjoy all of Mr Baker’s courses. I lIke all of the information he packs into a course. He’s very engaging when he speaks and keeps my attention. I learn a lot from his courses.
A pratically well-structured DE&I lecture presents a clear overview and idea about the key issues, elements and frameworks happened in nowadays organisations.
The instructor Dr Baker is very good at beginning with the basics without dummy-ing it down and then builds until a full understanding comes. Thank YOU!
Great source of realistic approach to DEI, this will assit me in building my action plans for organizations.
I like what this training offered. The work was good and the material that they shared was excellent.
This class gives a good foundation to the benefits and challenges of DE&I efforts in the workplace.
Excellent instructor. Course was well organized and the content was informative and easy to digest.
The course was insightful and comprehensive. Great data and course delivery from the professor.