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Mediating Conflict Lesson PlanMediating 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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2 hrs
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Mediating Conflict

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This Mediating 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
  • Introduction
  • Section Two: Conflict Can Be Prevented
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Two's a negotiation, but three's a mediation! Demonstrate the differences between the two processes through a role-playing lesson plan. The activity familiarizes pupils with the role of a mediator and examines the types of situations that often require a neutral third party. 

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

conflict, conflicts, conflict resolution, mediation, life skills, peace, negotiation, character building, relationships, emotions, active listening, problem solving strategies, needs vs. wants

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Have individuals share any mediation experiences they've had to help others compare mediation with negotiation
  • If possible, ask a professional mediator to speak with the class to discuss mediation as a career

Classroom Considerations

  • Groups of three to four work best for the role-play scenarios

Pros

  • The role-play scenarios are very relatable for high schoolers
  • A thoughtful teacher's guide contains plenty of implementation tips, printables, and resource links

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.3

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