Sample Conflict Situations

Subgroup Size

Large Group

Duration

40 minutes

External Cost

No

Source

Kim, M. S. (1998). Conversational constraints as a tool for understanding communication styles. In E. M. Singelis (Ed.), Teaching about culture, ethnicity, & diversity: Exercises and planned activities (pp. 101-109). Sage. 

As a result of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Practice communicating across cultures. 2. Discuss cultural context and the motivating factors in conflict resolution. 3. Recognize their own conflict management styles. 4. Understand differences in communication strategies among cultures.