CONF 210: Theories of Conflict Analysis and Resolution

CONF 210-K01: Theories Conflict & Resolution
(Fall 2023)

01:00 PM to 03:40 PM F

Mason Korea (119 Songdomunhwa-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, Korea) G302

Section Information for Fall 2023

Theories, similar to various forms of liberal art, can be used as a window or language to help us understand and express the past, present and future. When it comes to conflicts and other complex social issues, theories can also help explore the various aspects of how and why conflicts occur, and potential ways to peacefully resolve and transform them. As you will learn, theories are also used as generalizations about how the world works and why and how behavior occurs under certain circumstances.


However, all theories are inherently imperfect in their accounting of human behavior and perhaps at times, even flawed. Thus, we must think critically in the application of theories with cultural understanding in order to gain in-depth knowledge of conflicts and then contribute to the advancement of new conflict theories.


To do this, CONF 210 draws on a vast number of diverse theories from a variety of fields and disciplines in the social and behavioral sciences and the humanities such as psychology, sociology, international retaliations, political science, diplomacy, ADR, economics, communication, various forms of art, culture, and language.

Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3

Students will utilize critical thinking and analytical skills to begin an in-depth examination of the major theories of conflict analysis and resolution. Theories and case studies will include root causes and dynamics of conflict and methods of conflict analysis and resolution. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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