Introduction To Conflict Resolution
- Social Sciences
- 100 level
- 3 credit units
- 238 pages
- 25 units
This course introduces students to various conflict resolution processes, building upon PCR 605. It explores the evolution of conflict resolution, causes, types, and dimensions of conflicts. Students will learn conflict handling styles, peacemaking approaches, and methods for conflict analysis, anger management, and mind control techniques. The course also covers conflict mapping, decision-making approaches, trust-building, and Western vs. African conflict resolution methods, equipping students with practical tools for peaceful resolution and community building.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 75 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of PCR114, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
PCR114 · UNIT 1 CONFLICT RESOLUTION AS A FIELD OR STUDY
The first approach, a problem solving approach, emphasizes mediation's [conflict resolution's] capacity for finding solutions and generating mutually acceptable settlements....The second approach, a transformative approach to mediation [conflict resolution] emphasizes mediation's [conflict resolution's] capacity for…empowering parties to define issues and decide settlement terms for themselves and on helping parties to better understand one another's perspectives.
What you should be able to do
- Define conflict and its various types
- Apply conflict resolution techniques in different settings
- Analyze the causes and consequences of conflict
- Understand the role of culture in conflict resolution
- Develop effective communication and negotiation skills
- Critically evaluate different approaches to peacemaking
What it prepares you for
- Mediator
- Negotiator
- Diplomat
- Human Resources Manager
- Conflict Resolution Specialist
- Government
- International Organizations
- Law
- Human Resources
- Community Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2:
Unit 3: Conflict Resolution in International Relations
Requires understanding of complex theoretical frameworks and their application to real-world scenarios.
- Module 3:
Unit 1: Technique of Mind Control
Demands critical thinking about ethical implications and potential for misuse.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Conflict Resolution as a Field of Study · 2 hours
Define conflict resolution and its evolution as a field of study.. Discuss the importance of cooperative behavior in conflict situations..
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: What is Conflict? · 2 hours
Define conflict and identify its various dimensions.. Explore the causes of conflict, including communication failures and value differences..
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Conflict handling Styles · 2 hours
Identify and analyze different conflict handling styles.. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each style..
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: The Conflict Resolution Process · 2 hours
Understand the steps involved in the conflict resolution process.. Apply these steps to practical scenarios..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 1: Conflict Escalation · 2 hours
Explain the dynamics of conflict escalation.. Identify strategies for de-escalation..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 2: Perspective and Approaches to Peacemaking · 2 hours
Examine different perspectives and approaches to peacemaking.. Discuss the roles of decision-making and mediation..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 3: Conflict Resolution in International Relations · 2 hours
Analyze conflict resolution in the context of international relations.. Discuss the social-psychological dimensions of international conflict..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 4: Methods of Conflict Analysis · 2 hours
Learn methods of conflict analysis.. Understand conflict progression and attitude..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 5: Anger Management · 2 hours
Understand the causes and effects of anger.. Learn strategies for anger management..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 1: Technique of Mind Control · 2 hours
Explore the concept of mind control and its role in conflict resolution.. Discuss misconceptions and ethical considerations..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 2: The Government and Mind Control · 2 hours
Examine the government's role in mind control.. Discuss the use of mind control in advertising and propaganda..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 3: Conflict Mapping · 2 hours
Understand the technique of conflict mapping.. Apply conflict mapping to analyze real-world conflict scenarios..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 4: Group Conflict Formation · 2 hours
Analyze group conflict formation.. Discuss the dynamics of group behavior and conflict..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key terms and concepts
- Practice applying conflict resolution models to case studies from the course material
- Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and identify areas needing further study
- Develop a timeline of the evolution of conflict resolution as a field of study
- Form study groups to discuss and debate different perspectives on conflict and peacemaking
Questions students ask about this course
What is PCR114 about?
This course introduces students to various conflict resolution processes, building upon PCR 605. It explores the evolution of conflict resolution, causes, types, and dimensions of conflicts. Students will learn conflict handling styles, peacemaking approaches, and methods for conflict analysis, anger management, and mind control techniques. The course also covers conflict mapping, decision-making approaches, trust-building, and Western vs. African conflict resolution methods, equipping students with practical tools for peaceful resolution and community building.
How many units does PCR114 have?
PCR114, Introduction To Conflict Resolution, has 25 units across 6 modules, over 238 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is PCR114?
PCR114 carries 3 credit units, at 100 level in Social Sciences.
Is PCR114 hard?
PCR114 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does PCR114 take to study?
About 75 hours of study, spread across its 25 units.
How is PCR114 assessed?
PCR114 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with PCR114?
Mediator, Negotiator, Diplomat, Human Resources Manager and Conflict Resolution Specialist.