Introduction to Mediation Intensive

Catalog description

Students taking this course will participate in the intensive training program for Mediation Clinic students. This training will orient participants to the theory and practice of mediation, including an overview of different approaches to mediation and the skills involved in beginning a mediation, gathering information, forming a constructive discussion agenda, generating movement and bringing the session to a close. The program involves participating in role-play and interactive exercises, culminating in conducting an entire mediation session as the mediator. Required reading will precede the training. After the training, students will write a short paper responding to targeted questions raised in the reading and in class. This course is not open to students in the Mediation Clinic, or students who have previously taken the Mediation Clinic.