REFLECTION ON ETHNOCENTRISM AND CULTURAL RELATIVISM

ANSWER
Avoiding Ethnocentrism.
Ethnocentrism is the notion that one’s culture is superior to others, resulting in a skewed perception of other civilizations. This mindset may lead to prejudice and discrimination towards persons from other cultures. For example, I once saw a group of individuals make fun of an overseas student’s accent and cultural habits, making them feel uncomfortable and inferior. REFLECTION ON ETHNOCENTRISM AND CULTURAL RELATIVISM

The feature of ethnocentrism in this situation was the perception that the overseas student’s accent and cultural practices were inferior to those of the dominant culture. Cultural relativism, on the other hand, refers to the understanding and enjoyment of cultural differences without condemning them based on one’s cultural standards. To prevent ethnocentrism, adopt cultural relativism by accepting other civilizations and acknowledging that no culture is better than others. REFLECTION ON ETHNOCENTRISM AND CULTURAL RELATIVISM

It is important to be conscious of and actively question one’s biases and preconceptions while building a culturally sensitive atmosphere. Moreover, supporting diversity and inclusiveness via respect and appreciation for diverse cultures and avoiding stereotyping and prejudice may contribute to a culturally sensitive atmosphere.

Identifying ethnocentrism’s detrimental influence and striving to create a more culturally sensitive environment is critical. We can promote a more inclusive and courteous society that recognizes and celebrates diversity via education and awareness-raising. REFLECTION ON ETHNOCENTRISM AND CULTURAL RELATIVISM

QUESTION
Post 200–250 words providing examples of ethnocentrism and cultural relativism in your immediate environment and your experiences, addressing the following:

How does ethnocentrism lead to prejudice and discrimination?
Provide an example from your personal life or your observation of the world around you.
Identify the aspects of ethnocentrism and cultural relativism in your example.
How can ethnocentrism be avoided to create a culturally sensitive environment?
Sociology: Understanding and changing the social world. (2016). University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.2 Feminism and SexismLinks to an external site. (pp. 400–405) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-2-feminism-and-sexism/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.3 Gender Inequality Links to an external site.(pp. 406–417) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-3-gender-inequality/
Chapter 8: Social Stratification
8.2 Explaining StratificationLinks to an external site. (pp. 255-262). https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/8-2-explaining-stratification/
Bureau of International Information Programs. (n.d.). Global women’s issues: Women in the world todayLinks to an external site.. Pressbooks. https://opentextbc.ca/womenintheworld/front-matter/about-the-extended-version/
Chapter 8: Institutional Mechanisms for the Advancement of WomenLinks to an external site.

Kennedy, V. (2018). Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life Download Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life. https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks?term=beyong+race&commit=Go
Module 3 “Cultural Power” (pp. 25–33)

Note: Please read Module 3 “Cultural Power” on pages 33-43.
Credit Line: Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life by Vera Kennedy, West Hill College Lemoore is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Media
Intercultural English. (2019, July 7.) What is ethnocentrism?Links to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4lU3iOBeEE
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.
Sociology Live! (2015, November 16.). Cultural capitalLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DBEYiBkgp8
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.
Sociology: Understanding and changing the social world. (2016). University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.2 Feminism and SexismLinks to an external site. (pp. 400–405) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-2-feminism-and-sexism/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.3 Gender Inequality Links to an external site.(pp. 406–417) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-3-gender-inequality/
Chapter 8: Social Stratification
8.2 Explaining StratificationLinks to an external site. (pp. 255-262). https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/8-2-explaining-stratification/
Bureau of International Information Programs. (n.d.). Global women’s issues: Women in the world todayLinks to an external site.. Pressbooks. https://opentextbc.ca/womenintheworld/front-matter/about-the-extended-version/
Chapter 8: Institutional Mechanisms for the Advancement of WomenLinks to an external site.

Kennedy, V. (2018). Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life Download Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life. https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks?term=beyong+race&commit=Go
Module 3 “Cultural Power” (pp. 25–33)

Note: Please read Module 3 “Cultural Power” on pages 33-43.
Credit Line: Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life by Vera Kennedy, West Hill College Lemoore is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Media
Intercultural English. (2019, July 7.) What is ethnocentrism?Links to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4lU3iOBeEE
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.
Sociology Live! (2015, November 16.). Cultural capitalLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DBEYiBkgp8
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.
Sociology: Understanding and changing the social world. (2016). University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing. https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.2 Feminism and SexismLinks to an external site. (pp. 400–405) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-2-feminism-and-sexism/
Chapter 11: Gender and Gender Inequality
11.3 Gender Inequality Links to an external site.(pp. 406–417) https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/11-3-gender-inequality/
Chapter 8: Social Stratification
8.2 Explaining StratificationLinks to an external site. (pp. 255-262). https://open.lib.umn.edu/sociology/chapter/8-2-explaining-stratification/
Bureau of International Information Programs. (n.d.). Global women’s issues: Women in the world todayLinks to an external site.. Pressbooks. https://opentextbc.ca/womenintheworld/front-matter/about-the-extended-version/
Chapter 8: Institutional Mechanisms for the Advancement of WomenLinks to an external site.

Kennedy, V. (2018). Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life Download Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life. https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks?term=beyong+race&commit=Go
Module 3 “Cultural Power” (pp. 25–33)

Note: Please read Module 3 “Cultural Power” on pages 33-43.
Credit Line: Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life by Vera Kennedy, West Hill College Lemoore is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Media
Intercultural English. (2019, July 7.) What is ethnocentrism?Links to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4lU3iOBeEE
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.
Sociology Live! (2015, November 16.). Cultural capitalLinks to an external site. [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DBEYiBkgp8
Note: The approximate length of this video is 5 minutes.