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Conflict resolution is a process when conflicting parties arrive at an agreement or solution to provide a peaceful ending among the involved

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Conflicts among friends, siblings, or even family members are common. Humans tend to fight for various things, whether small or big. However, with good resolution, people can resolve and avoid growing conflicts.

See the fact file below for more information on Conflict Resolution or alternatively, you can download our 20-page Conflict Resolution worksheet pack to utilize within the classroom or home environment.

Key Facts & Information

Background

  • Conflicts arise when there are differences in the opinions of the people.
  • They can trigger different emotions, and they can cause damage to relationships when handled in an unhealthy way.
  • In Karl Marx’s Conflict Theory, he emphasized that conflicts are unavoidable to human nature.
  • Conflict resolution is a process when conflicting parties arrive at an agreement or solution to provide a peaceful ending among the involved.
  • Conflict resolutions do not mean avoiding disagreements.
  • It is done to have a better understanding of each other.
  • It helps in keeping a healthy relationship with others.
  • Moreover, it also helps to manage emotions and handle complicated relationships.

Steps to Resolve Conflicts

  • Learn to stop and calm down before reacting.
    • Try to calm down and never let anger get into you. 
    • Disagreements can make a person frustrated.
    • Keep in mind that one problem cannot be resolved when conflicting parties are emotional.
  • Watch your words because you cannot take them back.
  • Identify the problem
  • When everyone has calmed down, try to talk and identify the problem. Make sure that each has a clear understanding of what the problem is all about. 
  • Listen to each other and take turns.
  • Apologize and Think of Solutions
    • Always apologize.
    • Determine the possible solutions to the conflict.
  • Choose the Right Option
    • Among the identified solutions, come up with the best option where the conflicting parties compromise.
    • Again, it is always important to listen to each other.
    • Solutions may not turn out to be what you want but always remember that you are there to compromise.
  • Respect Each Other’s Choice
    • With whatever choice, always respect each other’s opinion even if one of the conflicting parties disagrees.
  • Some resolutions may also need the help of an adult or a third party. 
  • Do not hesitate to seek help but they should keep an unbiased opinion.

What to Avoid

  • Physical violence
  • Name-calling and attacks
  • Forgetting to listen
  • Interruptions
  • Avoiding the conflict
  • Being competitive just to win the argument
  • Overconfidence
  • Uninterested in engaging in the conflict resolution
  • Blaming and insulting

Advantages of Conflicts

  • Conflicts may also bring advantages.
  • Dealing with conflicts can help one discover oneself.
  • It helps in building confidence and expressing yourself.
  • It promotes open-mindedness.
  • It helps develop emotional awareness, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • It allows people to determine what conflicts are worth fighting.
  • Learn to listen and respect others’ opinions.
  • It builds and strengthens the relationship.
  • It helps in growth.

Conflict Resolution Inside The Classroom

  • For teachers, keep in mind the following notes: Classroom conflicts must remain at an optimal level.
  • For adults, always be prepared to respond.
  • Use the SOAR method (Stop, Observe, Assess, React)
  • Listen to the concerns and provide activities
  • Never neglect their emotions.
  • Emphasize that their experience is also a learning opportunity.
  • If necessary, try and talk to the involved privately.
  • Teachers can also help the students develop their social and emotional skills to help them have better control of themselves and understand others.

In The Classroom

  • Role-Playing
    • It helps the students experience and understand the different views of characters.
    • It can also be a way to develop empathy among students.
  • Writing, Journaling, and Drawing
    • Putting worries and concerns on a paper can keep a person calm and reflect on himself.
  • Reading Activities
    • There might be experiences similar to the characters in the stories that the students encountered.
    • Through this, they can get ideas and thoughts on resolving their conflicts.

Conflict Resolution Worksheets

This is a fantastic bundle that includes everything you need to know about Conflict Resolution across 20 in-depth pages. These are ready-to-use worksheets that are perfect for teaching Conflict Resolution which is a process when conflicting parties arrive at an agreement or solution to provide a peaceful ending among the involved.

Complete List Of Included Worksheets

  • Conflict Resolution Facts
  • The Disagreement
  • 100% Percent
  • What Should I Do?
  • Dealing With Conflicts
  • Calm Down
  • My Rule
  • I Am Going To…
  • Complete This
  • Apologizing
  • The Change

Frequently Asked Questions

What are conflict resolution strategies?
Conflict resolution strategies are different ways you can reach a peaceful outcome for a conflict. These strategies include avoidance, defeating, finding compromise, accommodating the other, and collaborating with one another.

What are the steps for conflict resolution?
Before a conflict can be successfully resolved, one first needs to understand why the conflict is occurring in the first place. Start by identifying the problem and learning everyone’s point of view. List possible solutions and evaluate them through discussion. Choose the best option and ensure everyone is in agreement. Then, ensure that everyone monitors the situation and has a plan B ready if needed.

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Use With Any Curriculum

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