law5crs cr skills and theory
CONFLICT RESOLUTION - SKILLS AND THEORY
LAW5CRS
2014
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Conflict resolution and restorative practices have helped reform the justice system through mediation and restorative justice programs introduced in civil and criminal jurisdictions and in the community more broadly. This unit is designed to expand students' understanding of the range of processes that can be used to manage, resolve and prevent disputes and conflicts in the legal, organisational and community contexts. Students will learn to apply principles of conflict analysis and case management also. The unit will focus on the Conferencing process. Specific case studies, role-plays and communication skills will be taught and practiced. This unit complements LAW3NEG and LAW3MST. Students must apply for this unit by completing the application form. A quota is also applied.
FacultyFaculty of Business, Economics and Law
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAlikki Vernon
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites LAW1DR or approved equivalent
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Set Readings on Moodle | Prescribed | N/A | N/A |
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City Campus, 2014, Week 06-07, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlikki Vernon
Class requirements
Lecture/WorkshopWeek: 06 - 07
Five 7.0 hours lecture/workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 06 to week 07 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % |
|---|---|---|
| Class participation | 10 | |
| Essay 2,500 words | 60 | |
| Journal | 15 | |
| Role-play and video analysis | 15 |