Discussion Board 1.1 (16 points) Assignment 1.1 (Initial Post: Due by midnight Thursday CT. Responses: Due by midnight Saturday CT) (16 points) In 4-6 paragraphs research and discuss the following: The assumptions of sameness (homogeneity) and give 3 specific examples of

homogeneity. Your text states, “The perception that there is no variation within ethnic groups sets the stage for the development of stereotypes” (p. 11). Examine stereotypes you have observed among ethnic groups. Discussion Board Requirements: The initial posting is due Thursday. Responses are due Saturday. The initial post must be 4-6 paragraphs. All information gathered from sources must be cited in APA format.

Discussion Board 1.2 (16 points) Assignment 1.2 (Initial Post: Due by midnight Thursday CT. Responses: Due by midnight Saturday CT) (16 points) In 4-6 paragraphs research and discuss: The many factors that cause people to emigrate to the US. The history of immigration to the US.

How the acceptance of immigration has changed in today’s political climate. Discussion Board Requirements: The initial posting is due Thursday. Responses are due Saturday. The initial post must be 4-6 paragraphs. All information gathered from sources must be cited in APA format. Assignment 1.3 (30 points) Assignment 1.3 (Due by midnight Sunday CT) (30 points) Research and write a paper on the importance of why human service professionals need to be culturally competent. Assignment Requirements: 2-3 pages. The paper does not need to be in APA format; however, all information gathered from sources must be cited in APA format