Psychology of Conflict Resolution
PSYC 327
Spring 2017
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01
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This course will focus on the psychological causes and consequences of interpersonal, intergroup, and international conflict. Topics discussed will include such issues as the role of power, status, trust, and social identity. Students will learn about various theories related to the causes of conflict, as well as practical techniques for navigating conflict, including negotiation, mediation, and facilitation. Educational programs that teach conflict-resolution skills will also be examined. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS PSYC |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 50% - 74% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Ashmore, R. D., Jussim, L., & Wilder, D. (Eds.). (2001). Social identity, intergroup conflict, and conflict reduction (Vol. 3). New York: Oxford University Press.
Barsky, A.E. (2007). Conflict resolution for the helping professions (2nd Ed.). Belmont, CA: Thomson.
Baumesiter, R. (1997). Evil: Inside human cruelty and violence.. New York: Oxford University Press.
Deutsch, M. (1974). The resolution of conflict: Constructive and destructive processes. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.
Stone, D., Patton, B., & Heen, S. (2010). Difficult Conversations. New York: Penguin.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Weekly response papers, 3 exams, and a Final Paper |
| Instructor(s): Stemler,Steven E. Times: ....R.. 01:20PM-04:10PM; Location: JUDD113; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 4 | | |
| Seats Available: 1 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 3 | FR: 0 |
| Web Resources: Syllabus |
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| Total Submitted Requests: 1 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 1 |
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