What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekAssignments
1 hour per week. 1-2 throughout the classClass Experience
This ongoing group course is perfect for preteens who need extra skills, strategies, and confidence as they navigate unavoidable conflict in their lives. This session can be as personalized, or general as needed. Each student will complete a conflict resolution style assessment. Using this information, we will explore skills and techniques to peacefully confront conflict in the future. During our coaching groups, the student will learn: Navigating Peer Relationships Managing group dynamics Handling more complex emotions Effective Communication Active Listening skills I-Statements Respectful Disagreements Learn about the Stages of Conflict Learn about the 5 Responses to Conflict Setting Boundaries Conflict Resolution Theories, Strategies and Techniques Negotiation , Arbitration and Mediation Conflict Resolution Role Plays Students will gain confidence and self efficacy in their ability to use their newly learned skills. Children will be able to use these skills to better resolve disagreements between friends, constant arguing with parents, sibling bickering/rivalry/jealousy, boyfriend/girlfriend disputes, teacher/coach aversion and resentment, etc. It is recommended that students enroll in 2-4 sessions to take a deeper dive into developing these skill sets. Classes will be a mixture of slides, interactive role plays, games, and discussion.
Learning Goals
Pre-teens will learn to express their thoughts and emotions clearly using "I" statements, practice active listening, and respect others’ perspectives during disagreements
Pre-teens will understand how to identify the root cause of a conflict, brainstorm fair solutions collaboratively, and use compromise to resolve issues constructively.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
While my goal is to keep the sessions confidential between instructor and the participant,if I ever feel a child needs additional support or is not safe, I will always notify the parents.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
I will be using research backed conflict resolution skills and techniques. These include:
Transactional Analysis Model of Conflict Resolution
Interest-based Conflict Resolution
Creative conflict resolution, 2nd edition by J.W. Criedler
Re-Centering Culture and Knowledge in Conflict Resolution Practice-Syracuse Studies on Peace and Conflict Resolution
Conflict Resolution Teaching Children to Work Together, Grades K-3 by Hu, Oakes and Carpa
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am the owner of Maryland Conflict Resolution. We train students, educators, employers and employees about effective conflict resolution and communication skills using workshops, online learning, and conflict coaching groups. Furthermore, I have a Masters of Education in School Counseling and an undergraduate degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I create a nurturing and safe environment for students to discuss their ideas and opinions freely, and I have an understanding of the developmental stages children go through, and how to meet them at their level.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$22
weekly1x per week
40 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-11 learners per class