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This Mediating Conflict lesson plan also includes:
- Peacebuilding Toolkit for Educators: High School Edition (English version)
- Peacebuilding Toolkit for Educators: High School Edition (Spanish version)
- Peacebuilding Toolkit for Educators: High School Edition (French version)
- Peacebuilding Toolkit for Educators (High School Edition) and the Common Core Standards
- Introduction
- Section Two: Conflict Can Be Prevented
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Two's a negotiation, but three's a mediation! Demonstrate the differences between the two processes through a role-playing lesson. The activity familiarizes pupils with the role of a mediator and examines the types of situations that often require a neutral third party.
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Instructional Ideas
- Have individuals share any mediation experiences they've had to help others compare mediation with negotiation
- If possible, ask a professional mediator to speak with the class to discuss mediation as a career
Classroom Considerations
- Groups of three to four work best for the role-play scenarios
Pros
- The role-play scenarios are very relatable for high schoolers
- A thoughtful teacher's guide contains plenty of implementation tips, printables, and resource links
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- None