The Dynamics of Conflict A Guide to Engagement and Intervention

by Mayer, Bernard S.

• ISBN13: 9780470613535
• ISBN10: 047061353X
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2012-03-27
• Publisher: Jossey-Bass

Summary

Published almost ten years ago, The Dynamics of Conflict Resolution has become one of the seminal works in the conflict resolution field. Bridging the gap between highly theoretical tomes and a how-to, practical handbooks, the first edition became an immensely valuable and accessible resource for experienced and novice practitioners looking for a deeper yet practical view of conflict and how to deal with it. In this new edition, the basic vision and overall organization will be maintained. However, in keeping with current trends and research, chapters will be reviewed and revised to reflect four key concepts--interactional dynamics, system dynamics, culture and conflict, and conflict engagement. These concepts will inform the entire book. In addition, Bernie will specifically Add a new chapter on engaging conflict, which will incorporate some of Bernie's work from Beyond Neutrality and Staying with Conflict. Include the major work that has been done on culture, systems, and conflict engagement. Apply conflict concepts to new technologies, particularly online communication and conflict resolution efforts on the web. Incorporate some of the insights and approaches of narrative mediation into the communication and mediation chapters. Reference and include other significant writing that applies to conflict theory and to the practical work of conflict practitioners so that this book continues to be seen as a valuable teaching resource. Develop an instructors manual including PowerPoint slides, learning objectives and key concepts for each chapter, review questions, and sample syllabus for download. Proposed TOC for Second Edition Preface Part One - Conflict Chapter 1: The Nature of Conflict Chapter 2: How People Conflict Chapter 3: Power and Conflict Chapter 4: Culture and Conflict Part II - Resolution Chapter 5: Engaging Conflict Chapter 6: The Nature of Resolution Chapter 7: Communication: Chapter 8: Negotiation and Advocacy Chapter 9: The Road to Resolution: Overcoming Impasse Chapter 10: Mediation Chapter11: Other Approaches to Conflict Resolution Conclusion: Conflict Resolution in our Lives

Author Biography

Bernie Mayer is a professor at the Werner Institute, Creighton University, and a founding partner of CDR Associates. He has been working in the conflict field since the late 1970s as a mediator, facilitator, trainer, researcher, program administrator, and consultant. He is the author of Staying with Conflict, which won the 2009 outstanding book awarded from the CPR International Institute for Conflict Prevention and Resolution, and Beyond Neutrality, the winner of CPR's 2004 book award.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition: A Reflective Approach to Conflict	p. vii
Conflict	p. 1
The Nature of Conflict	p. 3
How People Approach Conflict	p. 33
Power and Conflict	p. 67
Culture and Conflict	p. 92
Engagement and Intervention	p. 121
Resolving Conflict	p. 123
Engaging Conflict	p. 146
Communication	p. 182
Negotiation	p. 211
Working with Impasse	p. 245
Mediation	p. 269
Other Approaches to Conflict Intervention	p. 301
Why We Intervene in Conflict	p. 333
References	p. 345
About the Author	p. 353
Index	p. 355
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