Document Type

Syllabi

School

HSL (archive only)

Department

LAW

Course Subject

LAW

Course Number

9335

Course Section

1

Course Title

Theories of Conflict

Academic Term and Year

Summer 2015

Credits

2

Area of Study

ADRC, LWY

Course Description

This interdisciplinary course introduces students to important theoretical perspectives on our understanding of conflict and conflict response. Specifically, students explore the biological/ physiological, psychodynamic, social psychological, communication and sociological/political perspectives on conflict by reading and discussing major theoretical works within each perspective. Emphasis is on comparing and distinguishing key dimensions of these theories, such as the nature and sources of conflict, conflict escalation, conflict response, and the nature of the third party role. Classes follow an interactive format. Using case studies, exercises, and group discussion to draw upon personal experiences, including those involving race and social identity, the course explores the usefulness of each perspective to understanding the experience of conflict. Every Year Course

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