Maricopa Community Colleges  CPD102AS   19982-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 02/25/97
CPD102AS 19982-99999 LEC 2 Credit(s) 2 Period(s)
Conflict Resolution
Developing new skills for dealing effectively with everyday conflict and improving quality of one's own life. Opportunity to discuss issues and seek cooperative resolutions. Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
CPD102AS   19982-99999 Conflict Resolution
1. Identify both the constructive and destructive aspects of conflict. (I)
2. Identify and describe the conflict cycle. (I)
3. Describe the factors that lead to escalation and de- escalation of a dispute. (I)
4. Identify and describe the types of conflict. (I)
5. Identify and practice skills needed for effective communication. (II)
6. Examine personal values, perceptions, assumptions, and styles of communication. (III)
7. Identify and describe behaviors associated with conflict resolution styles. (III)
8. Identify and evaluate one's own predominant conflict resolution style. (III)
9. Apply one's knowledge of conflict resolution techniques in role playing situations. (IV)
10. Utilize mediation to shift the process from one of accusation to negotiation and problem solving. (V)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
CPD102AS   19982-99999 Conflict Resolution
    I. Understanding Conflict
        A. Associations Related to Conflict
          1. Constructive
          2. Destructive
        B. Childhood Messages Received about Conflict
        C. Conflict
          1. Observation
          2. Identification of Elements
        D. Conflict Cycle
        E. Escalation and De-escalation
        F. Types of Conflict
          1. Intrapersonal
          2. Interpersonal
      II. Skills for Effective Communication
          A. Active Listening
          B. I--Messages
          C. Non-Verbal
          D. Assertive Messages
        III. Communication in Conflict Resolution
            A. Values
            B. Perceptions
            C. Assumptions-How They Influence Communication
            D. Style of Communication
            E. Conflict Resolution Styles
              1. Associated Behaviors
              2. Personal Style
              3. Personal Evaluation of Style
          IV. Resolving Conflicts
              A. Collaborative Process
              B. Issues
                1. Surface
                2. Underlying
              C. Positions and Interests
              D. Problem Solving
            V. Mediation
                A. Overview of the Mediation Process
                B. Ground Rules
                C. Values in Mediation
                D. Drafting the Agreement
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