Class Syllabus: Mediation 101
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Course Description
The individual who pursues a career as a mediator can look forward to a job that is personally satisfying and financially rewarding. With its emphasis on fairness and cooperation, it is an ideal choice for those who are empathetic and want to help others bring their conflicts to a positive resolution. Mediation allows the parties involved to reach these types of resolutions more quickly, inexpensively, and amicably than may be possible through the court system.The Mediation 101 course is geared toward those who are interested in learning what it takes to become a professional mediator, but it also makes a great tool for those who will be involved in any aspect of mediation. By explaining the stages involved in the process, as well as clearly outlining the roles each party plays, it can help reduce anxiety and answer any questions that might have arisen over the issue of whether or not mediation is the right alternative for a particular case.
From the basics of defining just what mediation entails, to the more in-depth issues surrounding mediator liability, this course creates an excellent starting point for those who would like to have a solid understanding of what the process entails. It includes the type of information necessary to determine whether or not a case is a good candidate for mediation, the confidentiality issues involved, and what types of follow-up activities can be expected. Additionally, each section concludes with a quiz that allows you to assess your comprehension of the information presented. Course Requirements
This course will not require you to have previous experience in any particular area but you should have a high school reading level. No books will be required.
Course Topics
Lesson 1: What is Mediation?
Lesson 2: Why Use Mediation?
Lesson 3: What Does it Take to Be a Good Mediator?
Lesson 4: Preparing for Mediation
Lesson 5: Opening Statements
Lesson 6: Open Session
Lesson 7: Brainstorming
Lesson 8: Creating a Mediation Agreement
Lesson 9: Closing Statement and Follow Up
Lesson 10: Mediation and Confidentiality
Lesson 11: Legal Implications of Mediation
Lesson 12: Moral Implications of Mediation
Lesson 13: Mediator Liability
Course Materials
All course materials are provided in this class. There is no need to buy additional resources. A suggested reading list is provided as well as links to free published sources.
Grading Policy
Each lesson will include a written assignment that will directly apply what you have learned.
A brief 25 pt. quiz will follow each lesson. Students will successfully complete this course with a 70% or higher grade.
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