Introduction
In this lesson, a specific sequence of steps will be described that can be followed by two students who are involved in a conflict. Additional activities will be provided in regards to identifying the problem, I-messages and finding a solution.
Task
In this lesson, a specific sequence of steps will be described that can be followed by two students who are involved in a conflict. Additional activities will be provided in regards to identifying the problem, I-messages and finding a solution
Process
•to learn a process that you and someone else can use to resolve a conflict. In using this process, it will be assumed that both of you agree that you want to work together and get along.”• Distribute a copy of handout 1- “Steps to Resolve a Conflict” and go over with the students step by step.• •Ask, “Why is it important to identify the problem?” (Before you can resolve a conflict, you have to correctly identify what the problem is so that both people can work together to find a solution.)•Distribute Handout 2- “Conflict Situations”•Have the students break into four or five groups. Using “Conflict Situations” and allow them to brainstorm what the problem is for each scenario.•Allow students to share with the class what they think the problem is for each scenario.•Say, “If you identify the wrong problem, even if you find a brilliant solution, the conflict will probably continue.”
Evaluation
•Finding a solution• •Say, “There are usually several different solutions to any given problem.”•Break students into four or five small groups and assign one of the scenarios to each group from Handout 2, “Conflict Situations”. Give the small groups five to ten minutes to write down one or two possible solutions to their assigned problem.•Allow students to share with the class what solutions they came up with and lead a discussion on what they think is the most realistic solution for each problem.•