Cultural Conflict Resolution in Schools

A major debate or disagreement between two or more people or groups is referred to as a conflict. The circumstance results from the inability to come to a decision on a particular matter. Inconsistencies in behavior, a lack of communication and collaboration between the disputing parties, and the rigidity of laws and regulations are further elements that might lead to conflict (Kimberly, 2011). However, when different views, customs, and values clash in schools, there is a cultural conflict. As a result, the focus of this essay is on potential solutions for the cultural conflicts that exist among US students in the tenth grade. As a teacher, the first thing that I would do is reading the U.S. Resolution Vocabulary handout with the students and discussing each of the points in the document. I would prompt the learners to think of examples that match each type of conflict resolution method mentioned in the handout. In addition to the text, I would also use five forms of conflict resolution strategies which include negotiation, arbitration, communication, mediation, litigation, and legislation (Kimberly, 2011). The students cannot understand the meaning of cultural conflicts if they have not experienced it. Nevertheless, even if the class does not suffer such challenges, the teacher needs to simulate an environment that portrays such acts. In line with the simulation, the teacher then should help the students in employing various ways of solving the conflict. For example, if two or more students cannot reach an agreement, they need a mediator. Moreover, resolution of misunderstanding and lack of consensus occurs through clear communication, and negotiation.

In conclusion, the 10th-grade teacher must elaborate and give examples of social conflict to the students, thereby formulating conventional methods of conflict resolution such as negotiation, communication, arbitration, and mediation. With simulation and constant reminders, the students would develop the required skills for solving cultural conflicts in school and community environments.

References

Kimberly, B. (2011, October 21). Four conflict resolution techniques for school children. Retrieved from https://www.playworks.org/resource/four-conflict-resolution-techniques-for-school-children/