Short Course Description
In this 50-minute presentation, we will take a look back at the birth of Mediation and its evolution as a modern conflict resolution tactic - its origins and place in modern-day society.
We will also cover three popular styles, Facilitative, Evaluative, and Transformative, and take a deeper look at the ins and outs of each, which type of dispute they fit the best, and when/why you might want to adopt each approach. We'll then discuss specific Florida Mediation Rules and various Sanctions that have been dispensed.
Reviews
Instructor(s)
Smith
This presentation is very helpful for a clear understanding of different Mediation approaches. Details and examples are offered about Facilitative (problem solving, common interests, direct approach); Evaluative (experts review and explain facts to the parties); and Transformative (opportunity for growth, transforming as human beings for a better relationship, empowerment, recognition, validation). Also, great information regarding the origins of mediation and ethical issues to consider.
Good information
Interesting review of the beginnings of mediation, and the styles.
I really enjoyed this course. It explained to me personally why when I joined a group of mediators in a different state than where I was trained, I was not in sync with their style. Now I know why. I was trained in and using facilitative style for 10 years and they were more transformative. It opened my eyes of why I was not syncing, and the funny thing is that this group did not realize themselves that there were other styles of mediation. I like the idea suggested by Guno to use a style depending on the type of case you have.
VERY INFOMRATIVE ON THE DIFFERENT STYLES OF MEDIATION AND HOW TRANSFORMATIVE MEDIATION IS BEING USED MORE AND MORE TODAY THAN THE TRADITIONAL FACILITATIVE