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Salvador Aragón

"Cognitive and Experiential Diversity" is the second course in the specialization titled "The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging."

This course takes a novel approach to understanding diversity by exploring the nature of cognitive and experiential diversity. Understanding these "invisible" forms of diversity is essential for an organization to thrive, and fostering this diversity among members of an organization will drive innovation and disruption.

Join us on this course to expand and challenge your understanding of diversity.

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Syllabus

New Waves of Diversity: Dealing with Our Future
Welcome to this course on cognitive and experiential diversity. In this module, we will introduce these two types of “invisible” diversity and discuss the need for organizations to nurture a diverse team in order to tackle challenges related to innovation and uncertainty.
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Experiential Diversity
In this module, we will explore experiential diversity as the first tool to deal with the challenges of the future. We will define the sources of experiential diversity: education, industry, and organization. We will also propose a framework that captures a diverse combination of these three factors.
Foundations of Cognitive Diversity
In this module, we will look at the second component of diversity that will help us tackle the unique challenges of the future: cognitive diversity. We will explore how cognitive diversity can be mapped individually and collectively; we will also discuss how individuals with different cognitive profiles can add value to an organization in various ways.
Cognitive Diversity in Practice
In this final module, we will put into practice the models we learned about in the past module. By applying these models in an organizational context, we will reflect on how to build ideal cognitive profiles to meet the needs of distinct areas within an organization.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Builds a nuanced understanding of diversity, essential for thriving organizations
Emphasizes on the significance of fostering both cognitive and experiential diversity for successful innovation
Provides a framework for understanding and capturing diverse combinations of education, industry, and organizational experience
Presents practical models for building ideal cognitive profiles to meet organizational needs
Designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of diversity and its impact on innovation

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Cognitive and Experiential Diversity with these activities:
Review foundational concepts of organizational behavior and diversity
This will help you strengthen the base of your knowledge and skills for this course.
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  • Review notes or readings from previous courses on organizational behavior.
  • Read articles or books on diversity in the workplace.
  • Summarize the key points of your review.
Explore different types of cognitive and experiential diversity
This will help you gain a deeper understanding of the concepts covered in the course.
Browse courses on Cognitive Diversity
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  • Find tutorials on cognitive and experiential diversity.
  • Follow the tutorials and complete any accompanying exercises or assignments.
  • Take notes and highlight key points.
Build a presentation on the benefits of cognitive and experiential diversity for your organization
Preparing a presentation will strengthen your understanding of the topic and its implications for your organization.
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  • Research the benefits of cognitive and experiential diversity.
  • Develop a clear and engaging presentation structure.
  • Create visually appealing slides and supporting materials.
  • Practice your presentation and get feedback.
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Career center

Learners who complete Cognitive and Experiential Diversity will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Diversity Manager
A Diversity Manager is responsible for maximizing the strength of diversity and inclusion within an organization. This course will provide a strong foundation in both cognitive and experiential diversity, which are two important components of successful diversity initiatives. By fostering a culture of inclusivity that values each diversity dimension, Diversity Managers can create innovative and thriving workplaces.
Organizational Development Manager
An Organizational Development Manager is responsible for improving the effectiveness of an organization. One way an Organizational Development Manager can do this is to foster a culture of cognitive and experiential diversity. This course will help Organizational Development Managers to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will provide them with the skills to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Human Resources Manager
A Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing an organization's human resources. One important aspect of human resource management is diversity and inclusion. This course will provide Human Resources Managers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and manage a diverse and inclusive workplace, which is essential for attracting and retaining top talent.
Chief Diversity Officer
A Chief Diversity Officer is responsible for leading and managing an organization's diversity and inclusion initiatives. This course will provide Chief Diversity Officers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and implement a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy, which is essential for building a successful and sustainable organization.
Consultant
As a Consultant, you will be providing advice and guidance to organizations on a variety of topics, including diversity and inclusion. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will help you develop the skills needed to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Diversity and Inclusion Specialist
A Diversity and Inclusion Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing programs that promote diversity and inclusion within an organization. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Specialists with the knowledge and skills needed to create and manage a diverse and inclusive workplace, which is essential for attracting and retaining top talent.
Equity and Inclusion Officer
An Equity and Inclusion Officer is responsible for promoting equity and inclusion within an organization. This course will provide Equity and Inclusion Officers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and manage an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Director of Diversity
A Director of Diversity is responsible for leading and managing an organization's diversity and inclusion initiatives. This course will provide Directors of Diversity with the knowledge and skills needed to create and implement a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy, which is essential for building a successful and sustainable organization.
Diversity Advocate
A Diversity Advocate is responsible for promoting and advocating for diversity and inclusion within an organization. This course will provide Diversity Advocates with the knowledge and skills needed to create and manage a diverse and inclusive workplace, which is essential for attracting and retaining top talent.
Inclusion and Diversity Manager
An Inclusion and Diversity Manager is responsible for developing and implementing programs that promote inclusion and diversity within an organization. This course will provide Inclusion and Diversity Managers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and manage an inclusive and diverse workplace, which is essential for attracting and retaining top talent.
Diversity and Inclusion Manager
A Diversity and Inclusion Manager is responsible for leading and managing an organization's diversity and inclusion initiatives. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Managers with the knowledge and skills needed to create and implement a comprehensive diversity and inclusion strategy, which is essential for building a successful and sustainable organization.
Diversity and Inclusion Consultant
A Diversity and Inclusion Consultant provides advice and guidance to organizations on how to create and manage a diverse and inclusive workplace. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Consultants with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will help them develop the skills needed to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Diversity and Inclusion Trainer
A Diversity and Inclusion Trainer provides training and education on diversity and inclusion to employees within an organization. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Trainers with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will help them develop the skills needed to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Diversity and Inclusion Educator
A Diversity and Inclusion Educator provides education and training on diversity and inclusion to employees within an organization. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Educators with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will help them develop the skills needed to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.
Diversity and Inclusion Researcher
A Diversity and Inclusion Researcher conducts research on diversity and inclusion issues within an organization. This course will provide Diversity and Inclusion Researchers with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the challenges of building and managing a diverse team, and will help them develop the skills needed to create an inclusive environment where all employees have the opportunity to succeed.

Reading list

We've selected eight books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Cognitive and Experiential Diversity.
Explains why established companies often fail to innovate. Understanding this concept is important for fostering cognitive diversity and disruption in an organization.
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Discusses the different types of motivation and how organizations can create a motivating environment. Understanding motivation is essential for fostering cognitive diversity.
Discusses two different mindsets: fixed and growth. Individuals with a growth mindset embrace challenges and see failure as an opportunity to learn and grow. Cognitive diversity requires this type of mindset.
Explores the value of introverts in the workplace and provides strategies for leveraging their unique strengths.
While this book focuses on cultural diversity, it also provides frameworks for understanding cognitive and experiential diversity. It demonstrates how our cultural background shapes our perception and behaviors.

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