Conflict in schools exists in many if not all countries, therefore it is believed this case study will interest teachers both within and beyond the borders of our country. Conflict is a natural part of life and therefore a natural part of school life. Learning to deal constructively with conflict is a life-skill students need. Traditionally it is expected for schools to teach children academic skills. Conflict management is deemed to fall under the category of academic skills, yet it continuous to be a worrying problem not just in schools but in the workplace as well. This shows that the matter of conflict is not emphasised on enough. Educational reform tends to focus more on curriculum and curricular aspects, neglecting the importance of
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Supportive relationships between teachers and students lead to more positive behavioural outcomes for students over time (Hamre & Pianta, 2001; O’Connor et al, 2011). Student and teacher relationships may be especially important for low-income students because they tend to be at greater risk for significant behavioural and academic risk than students from higher-income areas (O’Donnell, Hawkins, Catelano, Abbott & Day, …show more content…
Firstly, it may instill fear into student causing them to drift away from participating in discussions or asking questions in the learning environment therefore this can tamper with the knowledge of the student. Schools are also places where students interact with one another, their teachers, and educational administrators. Many educators believe student behaviour affects academic achievement; therefore, negative behaviour has always been a concern to educators. Negative interactions may lead to learning problems because students who spend time arguing and fighting have little time or energy for academic pursuits
The literature on conflict management shows that it is possible for a change in situations if it is approached in the right way although, Conflict is inevitable in organizations. It occurs because individuals have different perceptions (Sagimo, 2002; Rue & Byarrs,
Supportive relationships between teachers and students lead to more positive behavioural outcomes for students over time (Hamre & Pianta, 2001; O’Connor et al, 2011). Student and teacher relationships may be especially important for low-income students because they tend to be at greater risk for significant behavioural and academic risk than students from higher-income areas (O’Donnell, Hawkins, Catelano, Abbott & Day, …show more content…
Firstly, it may instill fear into student causing them to drift away from participating in discussions or asking questions in the learning environment therefore this can tamper with the knowledge of the student. Schools are also places where students interact with one another, their teachers, and educational administrators. Many educators believe student behaviour affects academic achievement; therefore, negative behaviour has always been a concern to educators. Negative interactions may lead to learning problems because students who spend time arguing and fighting have little time or energy for academic pursuits
The literature on conflict management shows that it is possible for a change in situations if it is approached in the right way although, Conflict is inevitable in organizations. It occurs because individuals have different perceptions (Sagimo, 2002; Rue & Byarrs,