Advanced mediation techniques and negotiation frameworks for addressing deep-seated interpersonal or professional disputes. Develops skills in identifying root causes, managing high-arousal emotions, and crafting sustainable resolutions.
This sequence explores complex conflict navigation for 12th graders, moving from the psychological roots of identity-based conflict to the practical application of restorative circles and sustainable resolution design.
A comprehensive 6th-grade sequence on conflict navigation, teaching students to identify root causes, recognize personal conflict styles, practice perspective-taking, understand escalation, and diagnose complex disputes.
This sequence teaches 7th-grade students how to move beyond simple compromise to collaborative negotiation. Students learn to separate people from problems, brainstorm creative 'win-win' options, use objective criteria for fairness, and develop a BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) to handle complex conflicts effectively while preserving relationships.
A comprehensive 9th-grade sequence exploring the psychological and biological roots of conflict. Students learn to distinguish visible behaviors from hidden needs, understand the neuroscience of emotional escalation, and develop practical self-regulation strategies to navigate complex interpersonal disputes.
A comprehensive high school unit on interest-based negotiation and formal mediation. Students move from understanding individual interests to facilitating multi-party resolutions using the Harvard Negotiation Project framework and professional mediation stages.
This graduate-level sequence focuses on the ethical and practical frameworks required to maintain psychological safety in group counseling. Students progress from initial contracting to managing complex dynamics like over-disclosure, trauma-informed gatekeeping, and conflict resolution, concluding with professional closure protocols.
A comprehensive undergraduate sequence on group conflict resolution, exploring the theoretical underpinnings of group development, de-escalation skills, negotiation strategies, and power dynamics through immersive simulations.
An 8th-grade counseling sequence focused on identifying the psychological root causes of conflict and managing high-arousal emotions using the Conflict Iceberg model and neuroscience-based de-escalation.
An advanced course for graduate students exploring the intersection of neurobiology, psychological theory, and organizational leadership. Students develop high-level social and emotional competencies to navigate complex professional environments and foster psychological safety.
This sequence teaches 7th-grade students to navigate complex conflicts using the Iceberg Model. Students learn to look beneath surface-level arguments ('positions') to identify underlying human needs ('interests') through techniques like the Five Whys, core needs analysis, and multi-party mapping.
A 5-lesson sequence for 6th graders focusing on Interests-Based Negotiation. Students move from rigid positions to understanding underlying needs, brainstorming creative solutions, and evaluating fairness, culminating in a complex negotiation simulation.
This sequence trains 9th-grade students to facilitate peer mediation. It covers the ethics of neutrality, the structural stages of a mediation session, summarizing complex issues into actionable agendas, and drafting sustainable, SMART agreements, culminating in a mock mediation certification.
This lesson helps 8th-grade students navigate complex social conflicts by understanding the roles of bystanders and upstanders. It empowers them to take positive action through scenario analysis and role-play.
This lesson challenges 12th-grade students to move beyond zero-sum thinking in conflict, focusing on strategies for mutual gain and collaborative problem-solving. Through scenario analysis and role-play, students develop the skills to seek equitable solutions in personal and professional contexts.
A 30-minute lesson for 9th graders exploring the concept of forgiveness as a choice and a process for personal well-being.
A high-level social intelligence lesson for 11th-grade students to master advanced perspective-taking and social forecasting strategies.
A comprehensive 90-minute professional development session for clinical staff focusing on high-stakes communication, empathy frameworks, and role-play practice for K-12 environments.
An advanced lesson for 6th graders exploring the root causes, long-term effects, and sophisticated intervention strategies for bullying. Includes Spanish translations and role-playing activities.
A specialized training session for 9th-grade peer mediators focused on trauma-informed conflict resolution and restorative practices. Students will develop practical mediation skills through discussion and role-play.
