Amanda Dunn: Productive Conflict, Kartoniert / Broschiert

Blurb

Strong schools are built on healthy working relationships. Drawing on research and real school experience, author Amanda Dunn helps educators understand conflict as a natural part of collaborative work. She offers a practical approach for addressing tension with clarity and intention so teams can work more effectively, strengthen trust, and keep student learning at the center of their efforts.

K-12 principals, administrators, and teachers can use this book to:

• Enhance conflict resolution skills to manage interpersonal conflicts in education
• Develop a stronger understanding of the different kinds of conflict in K-12 education
• Implement practical strategies that promote positive school cultures and collaboration
• Create tailored conflict management plans to address specific needs within their schools
• Foster staff autonomy, competence, and behavior to enhance job satisfaction and motivation Introduction

Contents:
Chapter 1: Whose Job Is It? Gaining Clarity About Roles and Responsibilities Within Your Organization
Chapter 2: What Is Happening? Common Conflict Categories in Schools
Chapter 3: How Are We Responding? Common Approaches to Conflicts
Chapter 4: What Are the Effects? Avoiding Conflict Spirals
Chapter 5: How Can We Keep Conflict Productive? Improving the Conditions for Increased Job Satisfaction and Motivation
Chapter 6: What Can We Be Proactive About? Implementing Structures for Success
Chapter 7: What Is the Plan? Creating a Comprehensive Conflict Management Plan
Epilogue
References and Resources
Index