Definitions
What is conflict?
A disagreement between people with different opinions or needs.
What is competing?
This style is highly assertive and focused on winning.
What is competing?
A student argues strongly to make sure their idea is chosen, ignoring others
What is active listening?
Listening carefully without interrupting.
What is communication?
This improves how people share ideas and feelings.
What is active listening?
Paying full attention and not interrupting during a conversation.
What is avoiding?
This style involves ignoring or withdrawing from conflict.
What is avoiding?
Two coworkers disagree, but one walks away and refuses to continue the discussion.
What is clear communication?
Using “I feel…” statements.
What is trust?
This helps people rely on each other.
What is clear communication?
Expressing thoughts clearly without blaming others.
What is accommodating?
This style is cooperative but not assertive; one person gives in.
What is accommodating?
A friend agrees to go somewhere they don’t like just to keep the peace.
What is perspective-taking?
Trying to understand the other person’s view.
What are misunderstandings?
This reduces confusion in relationships.
what is understanding different perspectives?
Seeing a situation from another person’s point of view.
What is compromising?
This style finds a middle ground where both sides give something up.
What is compromising?
Two siblings decide to split time using a shared device so both are satisfied.
What is problem solving?
Steps: identify problem, discuss solutions, choose best one.
what is relationship building?
this helps build stronger relationships.
What is managing emotions?
Controlling feelings to keep a discussion calm and respectful.
What is collaborating?
this style works to fully satisfy both sides through teamwork.
What is collaborating?
Two teammates discuss their ideas in depth and create a better plan together.
What is managing emotions?
Staying calm during disagreements.
What is teamwork?
This leads to better group success.