The Role of Mediation and Conflict Resolution in Creating Safe Learning Environments.

Horowitz, Sandra V.; Boardman, Susan K.

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Publication Date: 1995

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The Role of Mediation and Conflict Resolution in Creating Safe Learning Environments.

Horowitz, Sandra V.; Boardman, Susan K.

Thresholds in Education, v21 n2 p43-50 May 1995

The need for solutions to youth violence has engendered inappropriate uses of conflict-resolution and peer-mediation programs. A research review indicates that reducing aggression and violence requires schoolwide change in conflict attitudes and behavior and concurrent, intensive programs targeting specific problems of particularly aggressive children. (31 references) (MLH)

Descriptors: Conflict Resolution, Educational Environment, Elementary Secondary Education, Peer Mediation, Program Evaluation, Research Needs, School Safety, Social Problems

Publication Type: Reports - Evaluative; Information Analyses; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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