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Integrating school-based and therapeutic conflict management models at schools
Franky D'Oosterlinck1, Eric Broekaert
1Orthopedagogical Treatment Center, Jozef Guislainstraat 47-49, 9000 Ghent, Belgium. oobc@moso.be
The Journal of School Health
|August 6, 2003
Summary
Integrating school-based and therapeutic conflict management models can help address rising school conflicts. Successful integration requires a positive school climate, teacher involvement, and collaborative learning for students.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- Conflict Resolution Studies
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Background:
- Mainstreaming children with emotional and behavioral needs increases school conflicts.
- Schools require a more therapeutic approach to manage these challenges effectively.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the integration of school-based and therapeutic conflict management models.
- To compare two specific models: Teaching Students To Be Peacemakers and Life Space Crisis Intervention.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of two distinct conflict management programs.
- Exploration of integration feasibility within mainstream school systems.
Main Results:
- Integration is potentially feasible but contingent on specific factors.
- Key factors include a positive school atmosphere, teacher centrality, and collaborative pupil learning.
Conclusions:
- The integration of school-based and therapeutic conflict management is possible.
- Successful implementation necessitates a supportive school environment and pedagogical strategies focused on social learning.
- Further research is recommended to support the implementation of integrated models.