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Conflict resolution florida international university. Gleditsch, kristian skrede salehyan, idean schultz, kenneth a. International conflict resolution international relations for the 21st. This is a timely work which explores the validity of rational and subjective approaches to conflict resolution, considers the value of international law and organizations for addressing co.
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The central challenge for international conflict resolution. Conflict arises when two or more individuals perceive that their goals are in opposition colquitt, j. By directing attention to a potential conflict, there is apprehension that deliberate awareness could influence and increase escalation. List of books and articles about conflict resolution. Personal reflection conflict resolution the book describes conflict resolution as using power to shape office politics.
A valuable survey of the processes that may be conducive to the successful moderation of international and intersocietal disputes. The field of conflict resolution has evolved dramatically during the relatively short duration of the disciplines existence. Foreword by the series editor x foreword by the author xi method of study xiii. In conflict resolution literature, however, conflict is distinguished fro conflict of laws, conflict of laws, a subject also known as. List of books and articles about international mediation. Conflict has always been an inherent feature of human existence and social development. Psychological scientists have uncovered a wealth of knowledge about the ways people turn these clashes into cooperation and acceptance. From a sociological perspective, conflict is conceptualized as a situation in which two or more actors, such as individuals, groups or societies, pursue incompatible goals, including dissent about the distribution, appropriateness and legitimacy of a specific object kriesberg 2007. International relations for the 21st cen hauss, charles on. Coleman coedited the handbook of conflict resolution. Jul 28, 2001 this lively, clearlystructured text will be invaluable for course use in both international relations and peace and conflict resolution a broad selection of case studies, covering the major conflicts the world has faced since 1990, provide readers with material they can use to form their own judgment about the theories.