Developed interpersonal skills training program and conducted study to investigate effect of training program on self-reported conflict resolution styles of eleventh grade students (49 participants, 50 controls). At posttest, trained females (n=22) reported using significantly more nonconfrontational strategies than nontrained females (n=21).…

Sees conflict between students and between students and staff as imposing problem facing urban education. Considers causes of conflicts and describes conflict resolution pilot program implemented in inner-city middle school. Describes relapse among program participants and concludes that interventions must be long term and consistently available.…

Discusses the role of school counselors as conflict resolution consultants. Describes a strategy for teaching others about conflict resolution, relying on a model that emphasizes strategies and roles within conflict situations. Procedures outlined are appropriate for use in preventive workshops on conflict and have also been used with those…

Discusses the need for efficient ways to handle school conflict issues so they do not disrupt the learning environment or lead to a decrease in teacher job satisfaction. Presents findings of a study examining elementary school teachers' attitudes toward conflict resolution, their implementation of conflict resolution programs, their job…