COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course offers an in-depth exploration of mediation as a critical method for resolving conflicts in various settings, including personal, community, and professional environments. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical foundations of mediation alongside the development of practical skills necessary for effective conflict resolution. Through a blend of lectures, interactive workshops, and real-world case studies, participants will learn to facilitate dialogue, promote understanding, and guide disputing parties toward mutually beneficial agreements.
COURSE OBJECTIVES | LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
Understand the key principles and theories underpinning mediation and conflict resolution.
Develop essential mediation skills, including active listening, empathy, neutrality, and effective communication.
Apply mediation techniques to a variety of conflict situations, with an emphasis on ethical considerations and cultural sensitivity.
Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of different mediation strategies in resolving disputes.
Design and implement a mediation process tailored to specific conflict scenarios.
COURSE CMS SPECIFICS
Credit value: 3-6 (US standard) | 6-12 (ECTS standard)
Indicative duration (full-time): 4-10 weeks
Indicative duration (part-time): 5-12 weeks
Certificate: Yes
COURSE METHODOLOGY
This course is based on standard EUCLID methodology. Students may refer to the following resources:
Academic Guidelines (HQ version)
Academic Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)
Student Orientation Guidelines (most recent version, even if unofficial)
Zotero instructions for EUCLID students
Grammarly instructions for EUCLID students
REQUIRED TEXTS AND MATERIAL
Course material is provided in the form of embedded videos, audio MP3s, and/or downloadable PDFs.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Written Assignments, Response Papers and Major Paper: 40% (must pass)
Quiz: 10% (must pass)
Final Exam: 50% (must pass)
COURSE SYLLABUS | ACCESS TO 7 PERIODS