Considerations For Conflict Considerations For Conflict Resolution TheoryResolution Theory

Dr. John F. vonEschenbach

State University of West Georgia

Considerations For Conflict Considerations For Conflict Resolution TheoryResolution Theory

Use puppets, cooperative learning, classroom discussions, and children’s literature because:Children can step out of themselves;Cooperation helps to resolve disagreements;Discussion helps to think through the process and build

listening skills so it can be a “win-win” situation; andChildren’s literature helps to establish a scenario or

story that stimulates discussion and listening.

Conflict is a natural part of life and conflict resolution needs to be learned in early grades.

Considerations For Conflict Considerations For Conflict Resolution TheoryResolution Theory

Four steps toward resolving a conflict:State your feelings;Frame your argumentListen to each other; andPose a solution that is mutually agreeable.

Benefits to conflict resolution:Learn to consider alternatives solutions to the conflict;Conflict does NOT mean physical violence; andConflict resolution is learned at an early age.

Considerations For Conflict Considerations For Conflict Resolution TheoryResolution Theory

Important steps for a conflict resolution workshop with your children:Have a GATHERING to bring group together;Review the AGENDA;Emphasis WIN-WIN resolutions;Present a CONFLICT SCENARIO;Conduct BRAINSTORMING to explore alternatives

solution;Arrange for PRESENTATION of skits;Finish with a GATHERING; and Have the group EVALUATE the workshop.