What are the reasons that scholars began to study “conflict resolution”?
• What subject are most studies?
- Discuss and explain the main strategies used in the theories of “Conflict Resolution”. Give examples
- Explain the concepts of “escalation” and “de-escalation” of conflicts. What are the main characteristics of each of the two concepts. How can we achieve “de-escalation”? Discuss the various strategies, give examples.
- How can destructive escalation be avoided? Give examples.
- Explain the concept of “conflict transformation” give examples.
- Explain the difference between “Positive and Negative” incentives to end a conflict
- P. 466: Truth, Justice, Regard, and Security. Explain and discuss these terms and how they are connected to “conflict resolution.”
- Explain the quote (p. 466) Conflicts are inevitable in social life but conflicts can serve to advance important human values---“
- Explain the components of the adversary, and it is important to know their components.
- Summarize and answer: how can conflict resolution theory prevent or help to end destructive conflict
Book: Constructive Conflicts