Unlike the other paradigms that focus on surface-level differences, the learning and effectiveness program values common ground, distinguishes between individual and group differences, minimizes conflict and divisiveness, and focuses on bringing different talents and perspectives together.

Please respond to all of the following prompts in the class discussion section of your online course:
•Diversity is about having a variety of differences. What differences are we talking about? Does diversity make good business sense? Explain.
•What are some of the special challenges that managers need to address related to workforce diversity? Might there be a legitimate situation in which hiring for diversity should be limited or avoided? Explain.