James M. Jones
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Description
Dr. James M. Jones is a social psychologist. Currently, he is a Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences and Director of the Center for the Study of Diversity at the University of Delaware. Previously, Dr. Jones was Executive Director for Public Interest and Director of the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Psychological Association. He was on the faculty of the Psychology and Social Relations Department at Harvard University, and has taught in the Psychology Department at Howard University. He was President of the Society of Experimental Social Psychology and the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues. Dr. Jones published the first edition of Prejudice and Racism in 1972, and the second edition in 1997. His most recent book, The Psychology of Diversity: Beyond Prejudice and Racism, with Jack Dovidio and Deborah Vietze, was published in 2014. Dr. Jones earned his B.A. from Oberlin College, his M.A. from Temple University, and his Ph.D. in social psychology from Yale University.
Books
Psychology of Diversity
"The Psychology of Diversity presents a captivating social-psychological study of diversity, the obstacles confronting it, and the benefits it provides. The text considers how historical, political, economic, and societal factors shape the way people think about and respond to diversity. The approach is multi-level, with coverage of diverse topics including everything from the neuroscience of prejudice to the politics of diversity. While the book devotes considerable attention to the problems of prejudice and discrimination toward diverse groups, chapters also describe proven techniques for improving intergroup relations in a variety of ways. It illuminates how well-intentioned efforts to control bias can backfire personally, interpersonally, and socially. Although challenges to diversity are significant, emphasis is placed on why and how an understanding of diversity can offer unique insights and opportunities, and prepare people better for a global society." -- Cover.