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Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 21 hours
  • Course by University of Colorado System
  • Offered by

About

Do you want to promote diversity and inclusion? This course will empower and equip you to develop inclusive cultures where everyone feels valued and respected. You will learn how highly inclusive leaders from around the world use processes of social influence to interact effectively with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds. You will deepen your understanding of the benefits of diversity. And, you will explore a wealth of perspectives and practices to help you to reap those benefits. This course is for current or aspiring leaders in ANY type of workplace, in ANY leadership role - a CEO of a corporation, a head of a department, a manager of a workgroup, a team leader, a chair of a committee, you name it! Course highlights include studying signature traits of inclusive leadership (based on global research), strengthening self-awareness, developing your communication skills, and improving your ability to help others feel a strong sense of belonging. Course content covers traditional and timely topics -- from listening, feedback, and collaboration, to privilege, implicit bias, microaggressions, and micro-affirmations. The instructor for this course is nationally recognized educator, leader, and public speaker, Dr. Brenda J. Allen (Communication Professor Emerita). Dr. Allen is a retired Chief Diversity Officer who offers highly-rated workshops, consultations, and presentations on topics such as inclusive leadership, racial equity, strategic planning, respect in the workplace, and diversity recruitment/retention practices. She has a proven ability for explaining complex and sensitive topics in non-threatening ways. She clearly explains concepts and offers compelling real-life examples - including her own experiences.

Modules

Welcome to the Course

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-reflection

1 Videos

  • Introduction to the Course

2 Readings

  • Introduction to the Course
  • Get help and meet other learners in this course. Join your discussion forums!

Lesson 1: What is Inclusion?

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 1

2 Readings

  • Lesson 1 Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 2: Valuing Others in the Workplace

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - Valuing Others in the Workplace

1 Videos

  • Lesson 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 2 Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 3: Respecting Others in the Workplace

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Respecting Others in the Workplace

1 Videos

  • Lesson 3 Video

2 Readings

  • Lesson 3 Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 4: Benefits of Inclusion

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 4 Video

2 Readings

  • Lesson 4 Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 5: Spotlight on the Workplace

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Inclusion & Diversity in the Workplace

1 Videos

  • Lesson 5 Video

2 Readings

  • Lesson 5: Required Materials
  • Optional Reading -- Next Steps

Lesson 1: What is Leadership?

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - What is Leadership?

1 Videos

  • Lesson 1

2 Readings

  • Leadership Style Assignment
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 2: What is Inclusive Leadership?

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • What is Inclusive Leadership?

1 Videos

  • Lesson 2

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 3: Self Awareness Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 3

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 4: Self Awareness Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self-reflection

1 Videos

  • Lesson 4

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 5: Benefits of Inclusive Leadership Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 5

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 6: Benefits of Inclusive Leadership Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 6

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials (including Next Steps)

Lesson 7: Spotlight on Privilege Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Which would you choose?

1 Videos

  • Lesson 7

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 8: Spotlight on Privilege Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - Spotlight on Privilege

1 Videos

  • Lesson 8

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 9: Spotlight on Privilege Part 3

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

1 Videos

  • Lesson 9

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 1: Introduction to the Six Signature Traits of Inclusive Leadership

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 1

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 2: Commitment

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Commitment

1 Videos

  • Lesson 2

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 3: Courage

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 3

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 4: Cognizance of Bias

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 4

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 5: Curiosity

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 5

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 6: Cultural Intelligence Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - Cultural Intelligence

1 Videos

  • Lesson 6

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Reading

Lesson 7: Cultural Intelligence Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 7

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 8: Collaboration

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Six Traits

1 Videos

  • Lesson 8

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials (including Next Steps)

Lesson 9: Spotlight on Implicit Bias Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 9

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Material

Lesson 10: Spotlight on Implicit Bias Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

1 Videos

  • Lesson 10

1 Readings

  • Take an Implicit Association Test

Lesson 1: Communication and Inclusive Leadership

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Communication and Inclusive Leadership

1 Videos

  • Lesson 1

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 2: Intrapersonal Communication

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - Intrapersonal Communication

1 Videos

  • Lesson 2

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 3: Listening Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 3

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 4: Listening Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 4

1 Readings

  • Required Materials

Lesson 5: Microaggressions Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 5

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 6: Microaggressions Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Self Reflection - Microaggressions

1 Videos

  • Lesson 6

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 7: Micro-affirmations

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 7

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 8: Feedback

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Lesson 8

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials

Lesson 9: Inclusive Meetings

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • End-of-Course Discussion

1 Videos

  • Lesson 9

2 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials (including Next Steps)

Lesson 10: Spotlight on Power

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 4 Quiz

1 Videos

  • Lesson 10

3 Readings

  • Required Materials
  • Optional Materials
  • End-of-Course Message from the Instructor

Auto Summary

"Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity" is an engaging course designed to enhance your ability to foster inclusive cultures in any leadership role. Led by Dr. Brenda J. Allen, a renowned expert in diversity and inclusion, this course delves into the traits of inclusive leaders, self-awareness, communication skills, and the dynamics of belonging. Covering crucial topics like implicit bias and microaggressions, it provides practical insights and real-life examples. Ideal for current or aspiring leaders, the course spans approximately 21 hours and is available on Coursera with a foundation-level subscription.

Brenda J. Allen
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Brenda J. Allen