Value conflicts in our social structure can only be resolved when parochial views on all sides give way to a broader perception of the common interest. (Author)

The Falklands dispute is used as an example of a political dispute with geographical overtones which can be used as a secondary level geography unit. Students are introduced to the conflict, discover where the Falklands are, examine their history and human ecology, and finally consider possible resolutions to the conflict. (IS)

It is argued that while conflict regulation has typically been integrated into the college curriculum within a larger, subject-specific program, there is sufficient need and substance to warrant a formal curriculum. Some such interdisciplinary programs already exist. (MSE)

It is argued that, while conflict regulation has typically been integrated into the college curriculum within a larger, subject-specific program, there is sufficient need and substance to warrant a formal curriculum. Some such interdisciplinary programs already exist. (MSE)

Explored understanding opposing views and realistic compromise for 12 political and legal situations in 72 adolescents, ages 14 to 19. Demonstrated progression in understanding of the issues. Generally, more significant changes occurred at ages 18 to 19, while responses of middle group (16 to 17) were closer to those of youngest age group (14 to…

Teachers are expected to provide guidance in coping, adapting, and managing conflicts. Ways to resolve conflict include achieving a balance between work and family life goals to increase personal, family, and work satisfactions. (SK)

Conflict, a common managerial problem, offers opportunities for creative and positive actions. "Win-win" conflict resolution, which occurs chiefly through compromise, contribution, and synthesis tactics, requires trust, commitment, communication, and dialog. It can be encouraged by generating positive feelings, redirecting negative…

Having served on both sides of the negotiating table, the author condemns the destructiveness of the adversary system and appeals for new forms of communication to replace collective bargaining in education. (Author)

Gives seven suggestions for handling board meetings when the audience is antagonistic. (WD)

Presents the Israeli plan for establishing an autonomous region in Judea, Samaria, and the Gaza District for Palestinian Arabs. The author describes problems which have obstructed efforts to solve the Palestinian issue. (AM)

A 1979 law enacted by the state of Connecticut in response to a lengthy and bitter teacher strike may have served as a catalyst to improve the negotiation process. The law mandated a mediation process and compulsory binding-interest arbitration. (Author/WD)

Examined susceptibility of marital observations to purposeful faking. Behavioral observations of couples' problem-solving behavior during a conflict-eliciting task were obtained under neutral instructions and under instruction to fake. Evidence for differential responsiveness of marital types to faking instructions was limited and evident only in…

Understanding the roles implicit in the collective bargaining process is seen as essential to being prepared for negotiations. The collective bargaining process, selecting a chief negotiator, gathering information for negotiations, determining guidelines and positions, formulating the negotiation team, conduct of negotiations, etc. are discussed.…

This paper proposes bargaining as a useful conflict resolution skill for community developers. Key bargaining concepts and practice principles from the fields of international conflict resolution, the social action model of community organization, and political science are discussed. (Author/CT)

How to handle an irate individual or community group threatening to wreak havoc on board sessions. (Author/JM)