Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Mediation in Theory and Practice
Course Code
LUSDK_064
Branch of Science
Psychology; Social Psychology
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Social Welfare and Social Work
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Liāna Deklava
Structure Unit Manager
Liāna Deklava
Structural Unit
Department of Rehabilitation
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anniņmuižas boulevard, socdk@rsu.lv, +371 67061575
About Study Course
Objective
To provide knowledge of mediation as an alternative way of resolving disagreements in the social area. To improve awareness of mediation as a modern and high-quality method for conflict resolution. To develop skills for the use and integration of mediation and its elements in resolution of social issues.
Preliminary Knowledge
Social psychology, communication psychology
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Explains the definition of mediation; Explains the importance of mediation as an alternative method of resolving disagreements; Describes the guidelines and stages of mediation; Describes and names the structuring of the mediation process, the progress and basic conditions of the process; Understands the concepts/terminology used in mediation; Describes the possibilities, impact and importance of using mediation in social work Understands the Mediation Law
Skills
1.Able to identify, define, analyse and solve social problems; Able to find alternative solutions to social problems and to choose an appropriate strategy; Implements preventive measures to prevent the escalation of the situation; Able to create ethical and culture-sensitive communication in professional work
Competences
1.Able to identify and resolve conflicts using mediation methods; Manages the problem-solving process; Analyses conflict situations in a constructive way; Understands and analyses the principles of social competence and ethics of the Mediator, their relevance in conflict resolution; Understands the importance of preventive meditation in social work.
Assessment
Individual work
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Individual work |
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1. Detailed description and analysis of a freely selected case, mediation process
2. Study analysis relating to mediation practices in social work
3. Simulation of mediation, role plays, reflection.
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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1.
Examination |
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Study analysis relating to mediation practices in social work – 20%
Detailed description and analysis of a mediation case, its presentation – 60%
Simulation of mediation, role plays, reflection – 20%
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Mediation in Social Work
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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History and development of mediation in the world and in Latvia. Development of mediation in Latvia and factors affecting its development
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Concept of a conflict, its types and resolution
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Theoretical aspects of mediation, its definition, advantages and disadvantages
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of mediation, mediation phases and structuring
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Analysis of positions, needs and interests in mediation
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Mediator’s work techniques, visual aids used
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Amicable settlement as the restoration of justice in criminal cases
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Competences and ethics of the mediator
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Types of organisation of mediation, its forms and types
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Significance of preventive mediation in social work
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Principles of social constructionism in mediation
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
PART-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Mediation in Social Work
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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History and development of mediation in the world and in Latvia. Development of mediation in Latvia and factors affecting its development
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Concept of a conflict, its types and resolution
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Theoretical aspects of mediation, its definition, advantages and disadvantages
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Basic principles of mediation, mediation phases and structuring
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Analysis of positions, needs and interests in mediation
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Mediator’s work techniques, visual aids used
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Amicable settlement as the restoration of justice in criminal cases
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-
Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Competences and ethics of the mediator
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Types of organisation of mediation, its forms and types
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Significance of preventive mediation in social work
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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|---|---|---|
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Principles of social constructionism in mediation
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Bolis, J. Mediācija un sarunas. R.: Juridiskā koledža, 2015
2.
Chetkow-Yanoov, Harold B. Social Work Approaches to Conflict Resolution. Rautledge, Taylor&Francis Group, 2012
3.
Parkinson, L. Family mediation. Sweet and Maxwell. London, 2020
Additional Reading
1.
Fišers, R., Juri, V. Nokļūt līdz JĀ. R.: Atēna, 2008
2.
Zumente – Stīla, U. Mediācija skolā. R.: Bērnu un ģimenes lietu ministrija, 2007
3.
Winslade, J., Monk, G.. Narrative mediation. A New Approach to Conflict Resolution. San Francisco, Jossery-Bass Publishers, 2001
4.
Railijs, T. F. Apmācības rokasgrāmata mediatoram tiešai mediācijai. R.: Sorosa fonds – Latvija, 2003
5.
Hofmans, R., Rotfišere, D. R., Trosens, A. Mediācija: mediācijas pamati teorijā un praksē. R.: Tiesu namu aģentūra, 2007