Abstract
In a prior conflict resolution curricula review, [1] asserted that curricula should be designed to influence knowledge and understanding of peace and conflict, competencies necessary for peacemaking, peacebuilding, and peacekeeping, peaceful attitudes and values, and efficacy and outcome expectancies
Highlights
This paper presents a critical review of six peace education and conflict resolution curricula for the middle school level
The authors [1] examined, reviewed and rated a number of conflict resolution and peace education curricula designed for the high school level
We will conclude this brief discussion of conflict resolution programs in the educational system, by indicating that we support what has been labeled the comprehensive approach to peace education and conflict resolution which would include peer mediation, cooperative learning in the classroom, and training for teachers, administrators, and parents along with the utilization of a well-designed curriculum as a base – and to dot the last I with regard to being comprehensive, we advocate for curriculum at every grade from K - 12
Summary
This paper presents a critical review of six peace education and conflict resolution curricula for the middle school level. The type of critical and comparative information provided in this paper represents a valuable source of knowledge for those using these curricula We will conclude this brief discussion of conflict resolution programs in the educational system, by indicating that we support what has been labeled the comprehensive approach to peace education and conflict resolution which would include peer mediation, cooperative learning in the classroom, and training for teachers, administrators, and parents along with the utilization of a well-designed curriculum as a base – and to dot the last I with regard to being comprehensive, we advocate for curriculum at every grade from K - 12. By reviewing the following educational objectives with the developmental needs of middle school students in mind, the goal of this endeavor is to provide a framework for choosing and evaluating peace education and conflict resolution curricula
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