Overview

In this module, will we start looking at the substantive areas of employment discrimination we are covering by exploring discrimination based on race, color, and national origin. Our key statutes/acts for this topic are again Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act (as amended in 1991) and 29 C.F.R. Part 1606, which expounds specifically on national origin protection. We will also consider the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), which, as you might assume, addresses national origin discrimination. In addition, we'll talk a little more about the history and creation of the 1964 Civil Rights Act.

Module Objectives

In this module, our activities, content, and assignments will help you do the following:

Explain the basics of administrative law relevant to the mission of federal agencies, especially the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
Analyze and apply federal acts and statutes related to employment discrimination including Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act as amended in 1991, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), and 29 C.F.R. Part 1606

Module To-Do List

Here's everything you need to do and remember for this module:

Attend this week's Live Session
Explore the EEOC website, making sure to look at the pages listed
Watch:
- Civil Rights Act of 1964: In Pursuit of Equality
- Race and National Origin Discrimination In The American Workplace
Read: The Civil Rights Act of 1964: A Long Struggle for Freedom
Read the relevant portions of these Resources:
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with 1991 Amendments
- 29 C.F.R PART 1606—GUIDELINES ON DISCRIMINATION BECAUSE OF NATIONAL ORIGIN
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA)
- These acts/statutes are our Hypothes.is readings. Make sure to make at least four annotations (total) as you read.
Participate in Discussion 5 and Discussion: Live Session Questions as you read throughout the week
Continue working on your Rulemaking Comment and Amicus Brief assignments (if you haven't already submitted them).