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Arbitration and Dispute Resolution - CMDR 2303

Arbitration and Dispute Resolution - CMDR 2303

This course provides students with training on the very specific discipline within dispute resolution of arbitration.  Students are taught as neutral third parties, the discipline to hear and render decisions.  Arbitration is intended to avoid the formalities, delay, expense and uncertainty involved in ordinary litigation.

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Counseling Theories and Skills - CMDR 1303

Counseling Theories and Skills - CMDR 1303

This course provides students with theory and skill training in counseling and interviewing for the dispute resolution professional.  Emphasis is on interviewing clients effectively and focusing on problem identification and resolution.

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Current Issues and Trends - CMDR 1306

Current Issues and Trends - CMDR 1306

This course examines current and developing trends in the field of conflict resolution and conflict management and how they can be applied in a practical mediation setting.  Available technology is also reviewed for practical application in developing effective marketing and practice growth strategies.  Methods are introduced for understanding and effectively responding to contemporary changes and challenges in the field.

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Dispute Resolution in Education - CMDR 2372

Dispute Resolution in Education - CMDR 2372

Prerequisite: Suggested: CMDR 1318, CMDR 1321, or by Instructor approval
Course Description: This course provides students with knowledge, skills, and strategies essential to apply the best theory and practices of conflict management in an education setting and with youth.  Through lecture, discussion, and role-plays, participants will gain greater understanding, knowledge, and skills for resolving conflict in education, including implementing peer mediation programs.  The use and abuse of social media and technology’s impact on youths and conflict are also included in the course.  Participants are introduced to the underlying models and practical skills involving mediation and conflict resolution in an educational setting.  (3 Lec.)

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Required Reading Course Videos
Conflict Resolution Skills for the Classroom
Cosby on Parenting
 Purchase in Class JoJo in "Kids Say the Darndest Things"
  Dennis the Menace
  Pink Floyd - Another Brick in the Wall
  Rachel's Challenge
  Texas Pee-Wee Brawl Sparks Outrage
  Miss Trunchbull
   
   

 

 
Dispute Resolution System Design - CMDR 2371

Dispute Resolution System Design - CMDR 2371

Prerequisite: Suggested: CMDR 1318, CMDR 1321
** Repeated organizational disputes lead to inefficiencies and a higher level of discord in many types of organizations including the workplace, homeowner associations, religious organizations, educational institutions, government, and many others.  This course helps students learn effective dispute resolution strategies and skills to design systems that offer constructive approaches to managing organizational conflicts and using them to maximize creativity organizational development.  Students will examine existing dispute resolution systems, identify important decision points, create new dispute resolution systems, or improve existing systems.  Lecture, case studies, and experiential activities will expose the student to opportunities for designing dispute resolution systems.  (3 Lec.)

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Ethics for Conflict Management - CMDR 2306

Ethics for Conflict Management - CMDR 2306

This course offers students a study of ethical and legal issues and principles of professional ethical practice in the mediation and conflict management field. Topics include ethics, standards of conduct, confidentiality, impartiality, self-determination, and unauthorized practice of law.

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Internship - Conflict Management - DRCM 2179

Internship for Conflict Management - DRCM 2179

Students obtain field experience through conducting mediations and dealing effectively with conflict management situations in a live practical environment.  Students will practice in-takes and role plays.  Students will develop marketing strategies and hone additional practical skills necessary to become a successful mediator and conflict resolution specialist.

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