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Identifying Elements of Conflict Lesson PlanIdentifying Elements of Conflict Lesson Plan
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US Institute of Peace
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies & History
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1 hr 30 mins
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Identifying Elements of Conflict

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This Identifying Elements of 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
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  • Section Two: Conflict Can Be Prevented
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What lies at the heart of a conflict? Help pupils peel back the layers during an in-depth study of the elements of conflict. A lesson addressing peacekeeping and conflict management examines the historical, emotional, and societal components that drive conflicts across the globe.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

conflict, conflict resolution, conflicts, global conflicts, life skills, discussion skills, peace, emotions, historical context, needs vs. wants

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Review a timeline of events in Uganda and guide the class in a conflict analysis
  • Have groups discuss the difference between managing a conflict they are personally experiencing and one they are not; how does their level of involvement influence their actions?

Classroom Considerations

  • Allow enough time for representatives from each group to communicate their findings with other groups
  • Part five in a 15-installment series

Pros

  • The lesson shows learners a systematic approach to conflict management
  • Group activities promote critical thinking and analysis skills

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.3 SL.11-12.3

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