scholarly journals Balancing of self-interests versus other-interests and five styles of conflict resolution

2018 ◽  
Vol 57 ◽  
pp. 01018
Author(s):  
Bożena Kłusek-Wojciszke ◽  
Jacek Grodzicki
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
The Self ◽  
Classical Analysis ◽  
Interest Inventory ◽  
Self Interest

The classical analysis of conflict management assumes that there are 5 main styles of conflict resolution which originate from various combinations of attainment of the self-interest and other-interest. Cooperation is underlain by joint maximization of both interests, Competition means maximization of self-interest at the expense of other-interest, Accommodation means maximization of other-interest at the expense of self-interest, Avoidance means neglect of both interests, while Compromise means a partial realization of the two interests. Although the five styles of conflict resolution are well-supported by empirical research, there is no research directly showing the assumed role of the two interests in the five styles of conflict resolution. The present paper presents an empirical study of 83 employees showing that the two interests (as measured by The Selfand Other Interest Inventory devised by Gerbasi & Prentice) [1] are systematically and predictably related to the five styles of conflict resolution (as measured by the Questionnaire of Five Styles of Conflict Resolution devised by Kłusek) [2].

scholarly journals Place of Russia and China in Edward Hall's typology of cultures: an empirical study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandr Alexandrovich Yujda
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Intercultural Communication ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Present State ◽  
Chinese Culture ◽  
Business Communication

The article is devoted to problems of intercultural communication and the role of context in intercultural business communication within the framework of Edward Hall's theory. The solution of the above mentioned problems is the aim of this article. In particular, on the basis of empirical research the authors define the present state of Russian and Chinese culture in Hall's cultural typology.

scholarly journals Assessment of Conflict Resolution Training at University

2021 ◽  
Vol 90 ◽  
pp. 02010
Author(s):  
Nadezhda Sivrikova ◽  
Tatyana Ptashko ◽  
Elena Chernikova ◽  
Artem Perebeynos ◽  
Vitaly Kharlanov
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
The State ◽  
Educational Process ◽  
The Self ◽  
State University ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Management Preparation ◽  
The University ◽  
Conflict Resolution Training

The growth of conflicts in a changing world makes conflict resolution competence an important component of entrepreneurial competencies. Higher education should empower students to effectively prevent and resolve conflicts. The problem of assessing the educational process in the field of conflict resolution training and the result of this training is discussed in this article. The authors cite the results of an empirical study, the purpose of which was to determine the needs of students of the State University (Chelyabinsk, Russia) with regards to conflict management preparation. The survey relied on an analysis of the self-assessment of students´ own skills and commitment to the principles of tolerance, an assessment of the educational process, and the need to increase their own conflict management competence. 152 students of the State University took part in the survey, of which 63 were male and 89 female. The Likert scale was used. The results of the study showed that students assess the level of their own conflict resolution competence as high, as do they the educational process at the university. The limitations of the study are discussed at the end of the article.

scholarly journals Empirical study of the mental representation of the image of the city (on the example of Kazan and Naberezhnye Chelny)

2021 ◽  
Vol 274 ◽  
pp. 01034
Author(s):  
Maria Latypova ◽  
Elvira Mingalimova ◽  
Angelina Rubtsova ◽  
Arthur Tazov
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Urban Space ◽  
Mental Representation ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Comprehensive Analysis ◽  
Local Identity ◽  
The City

The purpose of the study is to identify the formed image of the territory in the perception of its inhabitants, using empirical research data for this. The main results of the study are that a comprehensive analysis of the mental representation of the urban space was carried out, on the basis of which the key elements of the image of the territory, the boundaries of the vernacular districts of the city, their urbanonymy were identified, as well as the significant role of urban open public spaces in the formation of the image of the territory. The authors come to the conclusion about the peculiarities of building images of cities, centered on symbolically significant elements and spaces that act as anchors for forming the image of a city in the perception of residents, attaching the population to the territory and constructing local identity.

When Essentialism Facilitates Intergroup Conflict Resolution: The Positive Role of Perspective-Taking

2019 ◽  
Vol 50 (4) ◽  
pp. 483-507 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donna J. Yao ◽  
Melody M. Chao ◽  
Angela K.-y. Leung
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
Perspective Taking ◽  
Positive Role ◽  
Intragroup Conflict ◽  
Constructive Conflict ◽  
Conflict Situations ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
Intergroup Conflicts

Essentialism, a fundamental belief of the fixedness of social group essences, is often associated with negative intergroup outcomes. However, research is yet to explore the role of essentialism in intergroup conflicts, despite their prevalence. To address this gap, we conducted the first direct examination on how essentialism influences conflict management toward out-group members. Moreover, we examined perspective-taking as a positive factor in improving conflict management among essentialist individuals relative to their non-essentialist counterparts in intergroup contexts. Results across three experiments provided little support to the negative effect of essentialism on intergroup (vs. intragroup) conflict management. Yet, we found that perspective-taking promoted the use of problem solving and improved one’s own gain and the dyad’s joint gain among essentialist individuals, but not non-essentialist individuals, in intergroup (vs. intragroup) conflict situations. This research suggests that when coupled with perspective-taking, essentialism can promote constructive conflict resolution in intergroup contexts.

Role of Vice-Chancellors on Conflict Resolution Management in Nigerian Higher Institutions: Lessons from Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Olaiya Taiwo Akanbi ◽  
Benson Kunle Sehinde ◽  
Ajayi Adeola
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Leadership Role ◽  
Vice Chancellor ◽  
Vice Chancellors ◽  
Higher Institutions

The study examined the roles and causes of leadership crisis and management strategies adopted in the attempt to resolve conflicts involving students, lecturers, and non-academic staff versus vice-chancellors in Nigeria higher institutions with particular reference to Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Two basic methods of primary are adopted here, viz, questionnaire and personal interview. The questionnaire was essentially utilized to assess the leadership role of vice-chancellor in conflict management. This becomes useful when one considers the fact management of conflict resolution is always focussed around the person and office of the incumbent vice-chancellor in most universities. The interview method allows for face-to-face analysis of events thereby making it possible for clarification on controversial issues. In this way, one is opportune to ask further questions germane and relevant to this study. Data derived from the secondary sources include data already provided by original investigators. In this study, the secondary data sources include books on university administration, conflict and conflict management, governance, and other relevant books and journals. Others are published and unpublished articles, official documents, dissertations, magazines, and publications. Two former vice-chancellors were examined as regards the problem of perennial crisis in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. Respondents were asked to rate the two former vice-chancellors using their organizational competence, leadership style and positive relation with staff and students as rating criteria. The questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive analysis such as scores and percentage. The study discovered evidences of mismanagement of conflict which made most conflicts in the universities violent. It observed that most conflicts in Nigerian universities might have been averted if the leadership in Nigerian universities could be more democratic, sensitive, and flexible in conflict periods. The study concluded that the welfare of staff and students should be given more attention if perennial conflicts with school authority are to be overcome in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.

scholarly journals Objective Conditions Count, Political Beliefs Decide: The Conditional Effects of Self-Interest and Ideology on Redistribution Preferences

2021 ◽  
pp. 003232172199365
Author(s):  
Klaus Armingeon ◽  
David Weisstanner
Keyword(s):  
Political Ideology ◽  
European Social Survey ◽  
The Self ◽  
Social Survey ◽  
Political Beliefs ◽  
Conditional Effects ◽  
Self Interest ◽  
Left And Right ◽  
The Difference

How can we explain variation in demand for redistribution among cross-pressured voters? We argue that redistributive preferences reflect an interaction between material self-interest and political ideology. The self-interest argument predicts growing opposition to redistribution as income increases, while the argument of ideologically driven preferences suggests that left-leaning citizens are more supportive of redistribution than right-leaning citizens. Focusing on cross-pressured voters, we expect that the difference in redistribution preferences between left- and right-leaning citizens is smaller at the bottom of the income hierarchy than at the top. Among the group of left-leaning citizens, the role of material self-interest is expected to be smaller than among right-leaning citizens. We provide evidence in line with our argument analysing data from the European Social Survey in 25 European democracies between 2008 and 2018.

scholarly journals The Role of Organizational Learning in Conflict Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
İzlem Gözükara Yıldız
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Organizational Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
Recent Literature ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Organizational Conflict ◽  
Overall Performance ◽  
Low Levels

Conflict is a state of disagreement experienced between two individuals or parties, which can result from many factors. When conflict occurs at organizations, it may lead to many problems such as unaccomplished goals, decreased effectiveness, and low levels of individual and overall performance. However, organizational conflict may positively influence organizations under certain circumstances. The recent literature especially places emphasis on conflict management rather than conflict resolution, as conflicts are likely to enable organizations to enhance their performance and productivity when they are managed in an appropriate way. In this sense, organizations have to develop strategies that are aimed at improving the constructive aspect of conflicts instead of trying to reduce and remove them. As the first step toward this goal, organizations have to provide a learning environment so that they can benefit from conflicts. Since it is considered a key concept for the survival and adaptability of an organization, organizational learning stands out as an effective means of fostering such favorable effects. For this purpose, this article discusses the role of organizational learning in conflict management by examining the factors that facilitate and result from it.

scholarly journals Re-thinking Inclusion as a Discursive Practice: the Case of Hamas in the Israeli Discourse after 2006

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 127
Author(s):  
Giovanni Pasquali
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Conflict Management ◽  
International Conflict ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
International Negotiations ◽  
Discursive Practice ◽  
Central Position ◽  
Official Discourse ◽  
Linguistic Level

The role of ‘inclusiveness’ in assessing the legitimacy of international negotiations assumes a central position in both theoretical and empirical studies of conflict-management and resolution. The focus of this scholarship, however, has been often restricted to the dynamics of physical participation and reciprocal communication without paying due attention to the discursive and linguistic level at which intersubjective understanding occurs. This article re-conceptualizes inclusiveness as a discursive practice and develops a multidimensional framework to assess its implications within the context of international conflict resolution. Building on previous work on linguistics and metaphor analysis, we develop four categories that are used to assess the level discursive inclusiveness of Hamas in the Israeli government’s official statements after 2006 and preceding the 2010 peace talks: (i) war-like; (ii) criminal-like; (iii) evil-like; and (iv) adversary-like. Furthermore, we show how the circumstances in which statements were made (i.e. their field of action) further influence the metaphorical structure of the Israeli official discourse.

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