How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual
A guide to the practice of mediation as a means of resolving conflict, this short how-to manual includes all the resources needed to teach and train mediators in the skills of conflict resolution. It explains the conceptual framework of conflict and peacemaking, the stages and steps of the mediation process, and the resources necessary to conduct mediation sessions, including practice through role-playing.

The book is divided into three parts: Theory, Process, and Practice. Part I provides a conceptual framework for understanding conflict and mediation. It discusses the sources of conflict, the dynamics of power imbalances, how mediation counteracts them, and familiar styles for managing conflicts. Part II describes the stages of the mediation process. It begins with orientation and preparation for the mediation session before outlining each of the five stages of the mediation process along with a range of communication skills crucial to the success of each stage. Part III focuses on several familiar areas of human experience in which the practice of mediation is common, such as family and domestic mediation, business and organizational mediation, international mediation, and education. These chapters include customary forms and techniques used in resolving conflicts. The final chapter includes materials to manage and conduct mediation role-playing exercises.
1124480870
How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual
A guide to the practice of mediation as a means of resolving conflict, this short how-to manual includes all the resources needed to teach and train mediators in the skills of conflict resolution. It explains the conceptual framework of conflict and peacemaking, the stages and steps of the mediation process, and the resources necessary to conduct mediation sessions, including practice through role-playing.

The book is divided into three parts: Theory, Process, and Practice. Part I provides a conceptual framework for understanding conflict and mediation. It discusses the sources of conflict, the dynamics of power imbalances, how mediation counteracts them, and familiar styles for managing conflicts. Part II describes the stages of the mediation process. It begins with orientation and preparation for the mediation session before outlining each of the five stages of the mediation process along with a range of communication skills crucial to the success of each stage. Part III focuses on several familiar areas of human experience in which the practice of mediation is common, such as family and domestic mediation, business and organizational mediation, international mediation, and education. These chapters include customary forms and techniques used in resolving conflicts. The final chapter includes materials to manage and conduct mediation role-playing exercises.
38.0 In Stock
How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual

How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual

by James E. Gilman
How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual

How to Resolve Conflict: A Practical Mediation Manual

by James E. Gilman

Paperback(New Edition)

$38.00 
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    In stock. Ships in 1-2 days.
  • PICK UP IN STORE

    Your local store may have stock of this item.

Related collections and offers


Overview

A guide to the practice of mediation as a means of resolving conflict, this short how-to manual includes all the resources needed to teach and train mediators in the skills of conflict resolution. It explains the conceptual framework of conflict and peacemaking, the stages and steps of the mediation process, and the resources necessary to conduct mediation sessions, including practice through role-playing.

The book is divided into three parts: Theory, Process, and Practice. Part I provides a conceptual framework for understanding conflict and mediation. It discusses the sources of conflict, the dynamics of power imbalances, how mediation counteracts them, and familiar styles for managing conflicts. Part II describes the stages of the mediation process. It begins with orientation and preparation for the mediation session before outlining each of the five stages of the mediation process along with a range of communication skills crucial to the success of each stage. Part III focuses on several familiar areas of human experience in which the practice of mediation is common, such as family and domestic mediation, business and organizational mediation, international mediation, and education. These chapters include customary forms and techniques used in resolving conflicts. The final chapter includes materials to manage and conduct mediation role-playing exercises.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781442267978
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date: 01/03/2017
Series: Peace and Security in the 21st Century
Edition description: New Edition
Pages: 146
Product dimensions: 5.80(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 18 Years

About the Author

James E. Gilman is professor emeritus of Philosophy and Religion at Mary Baldwin University.

Table of Contents

Part One: Theory
1. Theories of Conflict Resolution
2. Mediation: Values and Principles
3. Sources and Styles of Conflict

Part Two: Process
4. Preparing for Mediation
5. Mediation Process I
6. Mediation Process II

Part Three: Practice
7. Family and Domestic Mediation
8. Business and Organizational Mediation
9. Criminal Justice Mediation
10. International Mediation and Education
11. Role-Play: Guidelines and Cases

Appendix 1. Diversity in Mediation
Appendix 2. Small Claims Mediation

References
From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews