The Handbook of Conflict Resolution Education A Guide to Building Quality Programs in Schools

Sponsored by the National Institute for Dispute Resolution (NIDR)"This is an excellent comprehensive survey and guide to conflict resolution education that should be of great value to all educators." -Morton Deutsch, professor, International Center for Cooperation and Conflict Resolution, Teacher's College, Columbia UniversityConflict resolution education is a critical component of comprehensive efforts to prevent violence and reduce crime in schools. This workbook provides an introduction to the basic principles of conflict resolution and its application to school settings. It describes the elements of effective conflict resolution programs and gives an overview of the most popular, effective approaches. And it offers step-by-step guidance on planning and implementing a successful conflict resolution program.An excellent resource for administrators and teachers who are planning, developing, and implementing conflict resolution programs in grades K-12. Includes an appAndix listing useful books, curricula, videos, and other resources.ContentsPart One: The Basics 1. Resolving Conflict in Schools 2. Understanding Conflict 3. Conflict Resolution Education Part Two: Strategies 4. Requisite Elements of Conflict Resolution Programs 5. Process Curriculum 6. Mediation Programs 7. Curriculum Integration 8. Peaceable School Programs 9. Developmentally Appropriate Practice Part Three: Planning and Implementation 10. Developing a Vision 11. Evaluating Resources 12. Strategic Planning 13. Implementation Steps 14. Assessing Results 15. Important Factors for SuccessRichard Bodine is president of the Illinois Institute for Dispute Resolution.Donna Crawford is executive director of the Illinois Institute for Dispute Resolution.

RICHARD J. BODINE is education program director of the Illinois Institute for Dispute Resolution. He holds a Master's degree in special education specializing in gifted children and an advanced certificate of education in administration from the University of Illinois, and received the Illinois State Board of Education "Those Who Excel" award as an outstanding administrator. DONNA K. CRAWFORD is executive director of the Illinois Institute for Dispute Resolution. She holds a Master's degree in special education and an advanced certificate of education in administration from the University of Illinois and is an experienced mediator, reality therapist, and dispute resolution trainer.