Conflict. We see it on the news, from Bin Laden’s death to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. We see it in our daily lives, personal and professional. At work, we might see it on refrigerator doors or in the tense dynamic between … Continue reading
Student and staff responses to conflict resolution learning systems have been overwhelmingly positive. As schools open dialogue between students and provide processes for conflict resolution, teachers report fewer fights and more caring student behavior. Another positive effect is improved attendance. … Continue reading
As with any learning system, there are a variety of styles out there for conflict management. G.H. Varney’s negotiation process is just one of many that trainees in a conflict management learning system may employ. Varney recommends bringing disputants together … Continue reading
Online mediation training courses can greatly enhance conflict management education. Trainers can combine personal, face-to-face training with media such as television and LMS-hosted material. An LMS mediation course should include not only interactive material, quizzes and games, but also videos. … Continue reading
In addition to the disparity in conflict resolution learning system resources between schools across America, the scope and purpose of each program also varies. Some districts offer only mediation programs, hoping to mitigate school violence. Others begin with mediation programs … Continue reading
If you’re searching for funding for a conflict resolution learning system, your school district isn’t the only resource available. You can also seek donations and apply for grants. Donations can be the result of school fundraising activities. Donations are given … Continue reading
The need for early conflict resolution education is being addressed, with an increasing number of school districts adopting conflict resolution learning systems. However, the disparity in resources from school to school can create a major barrier for some districts to … Continue reading
There are now thousands of school-based programs in the U.S., from rural to inner-city learning systems and from kindergarten to high school. According to ERIC Digest’s Morton Inger, three-fourths of San Francisco’s public schools have conflict managers. In New Mexico, … Continue reading