
Increasing workplace diversity has given rise to growing intergroup challenges that persistently manifest in discrimination. An emerging science in psychology, sociology, and management has yielded useful evidence to be brought to bear on the important problem of discrimination, but current literature is either focused on social (rather than work) settings, on legal (rather than interpersonal) issues, or on the general phenomenon of diversity instead of the social problem of discrimination in action.Edited by Adrienne J. Colella and Eden B. King, The Oxford Handbook of Workplace Discrimination provides readers with a broad and interdisciplinary review of state-of-the-art research on discrimination in the workplace. In this volume, Colella, King, and their contributing authors tackle the unique experiences of people from diverse perspectives and communities (including religious minorities, gay and lesbian workers, and people with disabilities); the myriad of ways in which discrimination can manifest and its overall consequences; explanations for discrimination; and strategies for reduction. This Handbook will propel future scholarship by clearly outlining the substantive questions, methods, and issues for the future ahead.
How can interdisciplinary research in psychology, sociology, and management effectively address the persistent problem of workplace discrimination? Editors Adrienne J. Colella and Eden B. King compile a comprehensive review of current academic research to bridge the gap between social theory and workplace application. By synthesizing evidence from diverse fields, the volume examines the mechanisms of discrimination, its impact on various marginalized groups, and evidence-based strategies for mitigation. The text serves as a foundational framework for scholars and practitioners seeking to understand the social problem of discrimination in professional environments.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this volume as a foundational resource for scholars and HR professionals seeking an interdisciplinary approach to workplace bias. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which provides a rigorous, research-backed examination of complex social dynamics.
Page Count:
483
Publication Date:
2017-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199363668
ISBN-13:
9780199363667
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