Lesson Plan

Conflict Roots and Resolutions

Students will learn to identify the roots of conflict and apply effective resolution strategies, fostering empathy and improved communication.

Understanding conflict resolution helps students navigate disagreements constructively, promoting a positive classroom environment and enhancing social-emotional skills.

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Time

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Materials

Prep

Preparation and Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Warm-Up

5 minutes

Step 2

Exploring Conflict Roots

10 minutes

Step 3

Understanding Conflict Through Slides

10 minutes

Step 4

Role-Playing Activity

10 minutes

Step 5

Empathy Building Discussion

5 minutes

Step 6

Reflection and Cool-Down

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Understanding Conflict

Introduce the topic of conflict. Highlight that today's slide deck will help students visually learn about different types of conflict and their roots.

What is Conflict?

Discuss what the term 'conflict' means. Ask students to provide examples from their lives or from media.

Roots of Conflict

Explain that conflicts often have underlying causes. Encourage students to think about what might trigger these disagreements.

Types of Conflict

Give examples of different conflict types such as interpersonal, intrapersonal, and group conflicts. Discuss with students which ones they might have experienced.

Strategies for Resolution

Share strategies for conflict resolution. Ensure you mention techniques like listening, empathy, and compromise.

Review and Reflect

Summarize the session, and invite students to share one strategy they learned or a new idea they want to try next time.

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Activity

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Discussion

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Cool Down

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Why Can't We All Just Get Along?

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Molly Mulhern

Tier 1
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