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War As A Conflict Resolution, 1999.
Provides an overview of war as a policy among nations, types of wars in the modern world, examples, global power relationships, politics and the future.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 14 sources, $ 63.95
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"A WARRING FUTURE?
This essay explores the question of whether an end to warfare in the foreseeable future is probable. Unfortunately, human kind used war for such a variety of purposes (conflict resolution, as a form of political participation, to promote a just cause, and so forth) that it is difficult to develop a solution that will end all warfare.
War or the threat of the use of force is the traditional approach to conflict resolution in the conduct of international relations. Although each national state tends to reserve a monopoly on violence for itself, through mutual diplomatic recognition of one another, national states also recognize the legitimacy of the wars they waged.
Francisco de Vitoria, in the Sixteenth Century, established the modern concept of ..."
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Conflict and Conflict Resolution, 2007.
This paper examines the issue of conflict and resolution, studying the terrorist attacks of September 11.
3,753 words (approx. 15.0 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 103.95
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In this article the writer first discusses the term 'conflict' and looks at how it can be defined. The writer then describes that when an Islamic militant and terrorist took it upon himself to resolve a conflict as he saw it, he launched terror attacks on the people of the United States of America, and the result was large scale devastation and destruction and panic and adverse impacts on the economic and political and social system of the United States. Further, the writer studies the impact and attempts at resolution of the conflict. The writer concludes that perhaps, in the long run, Bush's ideals would create more conflict around the globe, than resolve them in any way. One can only wait and see what will happen eventually, and find out whether it is possible to resolve conflicts of high order with any amount of success.
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"However, at the same time, it must be remembered that there were other losses that were not covered by private insurance, or were not qualified under the charitable contributions, or even by the emergency relief funds, and these were the really huge losses that occurred due to the September 11 terrorist attacks. Several different agencies undertook the study of the economic losses that were caused by the September 11 debacle, and according to the New York City Partnership, the attacks on the two World Trade Center Buildings must have cost the state, at the very least, $ 83 billion, as per the value in the year 2001, and this included the costs of total losses, that is, both the direct and the indirect costs. Out of this estimate, only about $ 67 billion of the losses would be completely covered by insurance and other contributions. In a more recent study, according to an Officer of the New York City Comptroller's Office, as of April 2002, the total costs of the clean up of the World Trade Center has been much quicker and also much less costly than the initial estimates had indicated."
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Mediation and Conflict Resolution, 2004.
Describes the benefits of conflict resolution through mediation as opposed to traditional means of conflict resolution.
990 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper explains the process of mediation and the different types of mediation, as well as how it differs from traditional methods of conflict resolution, which tend to be antagonistic and create a win-lose atmosphere between parties. The paper also describes the many advantages of pursuing a mediated agreement in comparison to pursuing the adversarial approach in litigation.
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"ADR methods may be used either as a result of a legal mandate (sometimes referred to as "imposed" ADR) or voluntarily as a result of an agreement between the parties ("contractual" ADR). Since the right to trial by jury in most cases is constitutionally protected, legally imposed ADR is rarely binding on the parties. Typically, mediation and binding arbitration are the result of a voluntary contractual agreement between the parties. Courts and legislatures generally recognize that individuals may elect to resolve their disputes by some method other than litigation and may, in the case of arbitration, waive their right to a jury trial. As a general rule, courts will enforce agreements to use ADR techniques as long as the agreement is properly and fairly made."
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Conflict Resolution, 2005.
This paper discusses conflict resolution techniques, focusing on suppression, a technique sometimes applied in extreme forms of conflict.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that, because conflict has become endemic throughout the world, the processes and techniques of conflict resolution are becoming increasingly important in dealing with these conflicts. The author points out that suppression as a conflict resolution technique is not an adequate resolution procedure because, by definition, it suppresses or denies the causes of conflict and therefore allows the cause of the conflict to continue and possibly worsen. The paper relates that it is wrong to think of conflict resolution as an attempt to end finally all conflict because conflict is a part of society and social growth and the emphasis should be on transforming and transmuting conflict into a positive direction.
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"A good example of use of suppression, as a means of resolving or dealing with conflict, was the South African situation during the years of Apartheid. The System of Apartheid or separate development in the country divided the people along racial lines and denied equality to the black and colored population. This disparity resulted in an extreme conflict situation. The mechanism used by the authorities to deal with this conflict was suppression through detentions and the use of force. This included the "suppression of peaceful mechanisms of organized protest". However, this method of suppression did not succeed in resolving the conflict but only created further dissention within the country which eventually resulted in riots and a near civil war."
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Conflict Resolution, 2007.
This paper examines the methods of conflict resolution available today.
2,931 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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This paper briefly describes the history of the trend of settling disputes on every level. The paper discusses the nature of conflict and looks at a few different types of conflict resolution. The paper explores new trends in the movement as it expands to help create a system that allows all parties to knowledgeably settle disputes without further conflict, legal action or violence.
Outline:
Introduction
History of the Dispute Resolution Movement
Reasons To Employ Conflict Resolution
Conflict Resolution
Types of Conflict
Conclusion
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"Conflict resolution is, in its simplest form an attempt by two or more parties to reach an agreement that meets the needs of all parties, without excluding the voice of either and within the range of the ability of both parties to compromise in the face of any given conflict. The trend toward settling disputes on every level is moving in the clear direction of conflict resolution as a first and/or even last resort, as a result of the desire of many individuals and entities to clearly outline the nature of the needs of those they represent and allow the other party(s) to do the same, so that confusion and misunderstanding is eliminated from the resolution and both parties enter into an agreement, hopefully amiably understanding the rights and responsibilities of the agreement."
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Contemporary Africa Ethnic Conflict Resolution, 2008.
Analyzes ethnic conflict resolution and policy in contemporary Africa, especially Ethiopia.
15,860 words (approx. 63.4 pages), 36 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper identifies key elements in conflict and conflict resolution theories from the perspectives of ethnicity, culture, and politics in Africa and non-African countries. The author points out that Africa has been wracked time and time again by wars of all types, intensities and durations. The author then presents several ways that Africans resolve ethnic conflict and reports that, unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. However, Ethiopia has been wracked by a series of bloody coups, uprisings, wide-scale drought and massive refugee problems.
Table of Contents:
Theory
Key Historical and Contemporary Theorist
Conflict Theories and African Policy Issues
Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis
Social Learning Theory
Social Identity Theories
Implementation of Ethnic Conflict Management and Policy
Community Assembly: The Semai Becharaa'
Qat-Chewing Sessions
The Role of Poetry
Dia
Go-Between Mediator
Apology
Truth and Reconciliation Commissions
Public Trials
Reparations Payments
Writing a Common History
Track II Diplomacy
Literature Review
Global Ethnic Resolution, Conflict and Relevant Policy
African Ethnic Conflict and Policy
Application of Theory and Practice on Ethiopia
Ethnic Conflict Resolution and Theories within a Policy Context
Ethiopian Socioeconomic and Political Climate
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"The native inhabitants of the area were organized in agrarian-based chiefdoms like those of the Bench and Dizi people (living in the highlands) or in decentralized age-grade societies like the Toposa, Anyuak, Nyangatom and Suri (living in the lowland plains). The state presence was constituted by superior military force (soldier contingents with better arms), and by the imposition on the locals of tribute and tax requirements, and the obligation to provide corvee agricultural labor for the northern immigrants. The latter also took cattle, ivory and slaves for trade to the north."
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Critical Thinking and Conflict Resolution, 2002.
Explains how the theories of critical thinking could be taught to and used by adults in conflict resolution situations.
1,247 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper explains how conflict is part of everyday life, yet many adults fail to achieve successful conflict revolution. It examines the theory of critical thinking, which is one approach that shows promise, and what is needed is adult education to teach peace as the key to personal and social change. It discusses how critical thinking emerges form the theories of Mezirow and Brookfield and enables the individual to think differently about conflict. Critical thinking leads to conflict resolution, and the theoretical assumptions and alternatives are noted by the author as he shows different strategies for conflict resolution leading to suggestions for practical techniques to teach critical thinking and relate it to conflict resolution.
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"The individual and his or her work situation are affected by how they handle such issues as conflict resolution, stress management, interpersonal communication, and non-verbal communication. These dimensions of everyday life have to be addressed by everyone, and how well they manage to do this determines their own sense of well-being and self-esteem on the one hand, and how they are viewed by observers on the other. There is a considerable body of literature indicating how important these dimensions are to the person and to the person's social standing as well as offering advice and guidance on how best to achieve control of these dimensions. O. Randall Braman indicates the importance of the issue and calls on educators to fulfill their function of preparing the young for their adult roles in life by "teaching peace to adults" through the application of critical thinking to conflict situations."
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Conflict Resolution, 2007.
An analysis of the benefits of a collaborative style of conflict resolution for an individual and a team.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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This paper discusses conflict resolution, particularly the collaborative style of conflict resolution. The paper discusses how difficult it would be to move an individual from her routine style of handling conflict, to a collaborative style of resolving conflict. It also discusses moving a small group or team to a collaborative style of conflict resolution and discusses the benefits of doing so.
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"Self-awareness of how an individual functions or how a group functions is thus critical to creating an effective conflict management style. Without understanding one's personal bias, not simply in terms of specific issues, but in terms of one's level of comfort with conflict, a habitual shift will never take place. Encouraging an individual or members of the group to take a personal inventory, to see if their style is avoidant, competitive, accommodative, or collaborative, and why, is an excellent way to generate such internal self-dialog, which will then hopefully yield a greater willingness to break bad habits. Self-exploration as to 'how has this style hurt me in the past' may make even a competitive individual realize that shouting loudly does not necessarily yield real and productive change."
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Conflict Resolution, 2005.
This paper examines the concept of conflict resolution and its various strategies adopted in the managed-healthcare field.
2,145 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper explains that, even though there are questions about the degree to which conflict exists in the managed-healthcare field, the author contends that such conflict does exist. The author points out that one strategy for resolving conflicts within managed care settings is to detach the concerned people from the problem, but this is an extremely complex strategy and involves highly skilled communication experts. The paper stresses that the importance of conflict resolution cannot be undermined because it is believed that with time, the healthcare settings are going to become increasingly complex and dynamic, requiring healthcare managers to develop innovative conflict resolution strategies to resolve every day workplace disputes.
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Introduction
Defining the Scope of Managed Care
Comprehending the Conflict within Managed Care Systems
Fundamentals of Conflict within Managed Care Settings
Principles and Practices of Conflict Resolution
Conclusion
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"Understanding the basic fundamentals of any conflict is important because no conflict can be resolved nonviolently unless the managers have fully understood the primary elements of conflict. Now, in order to understand the fundamentals of conflict resolution within managed care, it is important to assess two leading research studies. Mayer (1995) and Umbreit (1995) research on this subject is still considered to be the most influential as it paved way for a deeper and profound understanding of the fundamentals of conflict within managed care. Mayer recognizes two fundamentals of conflict with managed care settings."
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Conflict Resolution in Organizations, 2003.
A discussion of conflict resolution procedures in organizational environments.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 39.95
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This research paper identifies desired outcomes of conflict resolution procedures in organizational environments. The paper also presents the major concepts underlying effective conflict resolution strategies. The principal resource for this research was a 1999 article entitled "Toward a Comprehensive Model for the Assessment and Management of Intra-organizational Conflict: Developing the Framework."
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Team Building and Conflict Resolution, 2007.
This paper addresses the issues of teamwork, team-building, conflict resolution and strong leadership.
3,575 words (approx. 14.3 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 99.95
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The paper discusses the importance of teamwork and team-building and provides the history of team development. The paper explains that if any conflict exists among employees, this will become a barrier in reaching the company's desired strategies. The paper examines conflict resolution that can be addressed through team efforts that lead to increased communication, consensus decisions and positive results. The paper discusses the role of a leader in managing conflict in a positive way and in building strong, successful teams.
Outline:
Introduction
History of Team Development
Conflict Resolution
Building Effective Teams
Types of Internal Conflicts
Leadership and Communication
Conclusion
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"The interactions of small groups have been of interest to social psychologists for sometime. However, it has only been in recent years that they began to look at teams and how they function within the organizational setting. The term "sociometry" first appeared in the Psychological Abstracts index in 1940 with references to the work of individuals such as psychiatrist Jacob Levi Moreno, and the term "group dynamics" was listed in 1945 with reference to the work of Kurt Lewin and his colleagues. The first use of "small groups" and "group interaction" was in 1950 in conjunction of researchers such as Robert Bale."
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Conflict Resolution, 2004.
This paper discusses conflict resolution, a method beginning in the early grades to teach children the systematic way to handle differences with others.
2,185 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper explains that educators recognize that the management of classroom behavior problems is one of the most important skills a teacher can have; however, many teachers feel it is the area where they are the less prepared. The author relates that the goal of conflict resolution is to teach students to identify conflicts and to learn to find ways to solve the differences in what is called a ?win/win? way, where both people walk away feeling the resolution was fair and just. The paper suggests a research project to test the efficacy of conflict management in the classroom by using a checklist of disruptive behavioral problems to compare behaviors in classrooms that either use or do not use conflict management.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Statement of Problem
Review of the Literature
Hypothesis
How to Proceed
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"Bryant-Edwards, et. al. (2002) found students who had been suspended for behavior problems during one and one-half year period and put them into a program called ?Alternative to Suspension for Violent Behavior? (ASVB), which was based on conflict resolution. The researchers looked for four desired outcome -- a reduced rate of later suspensions for participants for physical violence; reduced suspensions not related to violence; reduced rate of suspension overall for students completing the program; and a lower rate of other disciplinary interventions. However, assignment to groups was not random, and other factors seemed to be relevant."
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Conflict Resolution, 2003.
Critiques an article regarding conflict resolution within a diverse classroom.
690 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper presents an analysis of an article on "Improving ethnic and racial relations in the schools" in relation to addressing conflict resolution, due to the problems of conflict and tensions that arise within a diverse student body.
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"This article provides interesting information regarding racial and ethnic factors that must be considered when addressing the problem of conflict resolution ..."
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Conflict Resolution in Schools in America, 2002.
Explores an organizational approach to conflict resolution that is viewed as succesful in the classroom.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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Sociological perspectives affirm that contact does not eliminate the possibilities of conflicts in multi-ethnic classrooms. Viewing school as an organization, and promoting positive classroom environment help reduce classroom conflicts at their roots, and assign the role of conflict resolution to policy makers rather than to individuals.
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The United Nations and Conflict Resolution, 2002.
Looks at the role the UN has played in conflict resolution and evaluates some of its successes and failures.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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The United Nations cannot be considered a practical global force for conflict resolution, since it has time and time again proven itself impractical and ineffective in resolving conflicts. This paper examines the role that the United Nations has played and explores its successes and failures.
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