LAWS6111
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
The course examines various forms of dispute resolution used to manage conflicts and resolve disputes. This course provides students with an introduction to the theory of conflict and with knowledge to identify what type of dispute resolution process may be to resolve a conflict. The meaning of justice and access to justice is explored as well as the interplay between the rule of law and alternative dispute resolution processes. The essential features of facilitative, evaluative and determinative forms of dispute resolution (such as negotiation, mediation, evaluation, case appraisal, arbitration) and other primary dispute resolution options, such as collaborative practice, conciliation and, hybrid dispute resolution processes) will be discussed. Online dispute resolution and the role of AI will consider and discussed.Students will have the opportunity to acquire and apply advanced and specialised dispute resolution skills by engaging in interactive activities, such as role-play exercises and case studies.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Newcastle City Precinct
- Winter - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Explain an enhanced broad understanding of the theory, policy and practice of dispute resolution;
2. Interpret the various dispute resolution processes, their advantages and limitations;
3. Apply dispute resolution methods in particular areas of practice;
4. Compare key theoretical debates about processes;
5. Advise others about ADR processes;
6. Communicate how to participate in DR processes;
7. Evaluate the possible applications of various dispute resolution methods.
Content
The content in this course includes the following topics:
- negotiation, especially principled negotiation
- restorative conferencing
- collaborative law and practice
- mediation
- key theoretical issues in mediation
- conciliation and facilitation
- expert processes
- arbitration
- hybrid dispute resolution processes
- integrated conflict management systems
- resolution of workplace disputes in areas such as the environment, medical and workplace fields
Assessment items
Participation: Participation
Written Assignment: Problem Question - Letter of Advice
Essay: Research Essay
Contact hours
Winter - 2024 - Newcastle City Precinct
Seminar-1
- Face to Face On Campus 7 hour(s) per day for 4 day(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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