Conflict Resolution Role-Play

Farrah Keeler

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Conflict Resolution Role-Play

Conflict Resolution

This lesson focuses on teaching students conflict resolution skills through a role-playing activity. Students will learn how to identify conflicts and practice resolving them in a safe and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential social skills that are crucial for their personal and academic growth.

Audience

Students with Intellectual Disabilities

Time

20 minutes

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Active Learning

Materials

Printable Conflict Scenario Cards, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

3 minutes

Begin by explaining the importance of conflict resolution. Discuss how conflicts are a normal part of life and that learning to resolve them peacefully is a valuable skill.

Step 2

Role-Play Activity

12 minutes

Divide students into small groups.
Hand out the printable conflict scenario cards to each group.
Instruct each group to act out the scenario on their card, focusing on resolving the conflict peacefully.
Encourage students to use 'I' statements and active listening during their role-plays.
Rotate the scenarios among the groups if time permits.

Step 3

Discussion

5 minutes

Gather the students back together and discuss the role-playing activity. Use the provided discussion questions to guide the conversation. Encourage students to share their thoughts and feelings about the activity and what they learned about conflict resolution.

Step 4

Closure

1 minute

Summarize the key points of the lesson. Reinforce the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully and praise the students for their participation and effort.

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Worksheet

Printable Conflict Scenario Cards

These cards contain various conflict scenarios for students to role-play and practice conflict resolution skills.

Two students want to use the same computer.

A student accidentally bumps into another student in the hallway.

Two friends disagree about what game to play during recess.

A student feels left out when their friends make plans without them.

Discussion

Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to help students reflect on the role-playing activity and discuss what they learned about conflict resolution.

How did it feel to act out the conflict scenarios?

Encourage students to share their emotions and experiences during the role-play.

What strategies did you use to resolve the conflicts?

Discuss the different conflict resolution strategies students used and their effectiveness.

Why is it important to resolve conflicts peacefully?

Highlight the benefits of peaceful conflict resolution, such as maintaining friendships and creating a positive environment.

Can you think of a time when you had to resolve a conflict? How did you handle it?

Encourage students to share personal experiences and reflect on how they can apply what they learned in real-life situations.