LAWS 2333 Conflict and Mediation Principles: the Northern Island Experience (Intensive)

CREDIT HOURS: 1

This intensive will focus on two interconnected parts, and within the context of practice within Northern Ireland: A) Understanding conflict as a core foundation for mediation practice & personal and professional development B) An introduction to the Six Stage Mediation Model This is not a history or political science course – Northern Ireland will be used as a backdrop against which to explore conflict generally and to outline one particular way of responding ie through a mediation process.

NOTE: This course does not satisfy the major paper requirement. Attendance at every class is mandatory

Prerequisite(s): None.

Co-requisite(s): None.

Assessment Method: Evaluation is based on: 20% class participation and 60% take-home assignment and 20% in-class presentation . Attendance at every class is mandatory for this course.

Restrictions: Restricted to students in the JD program or JD-combined Programs.