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Glossary of Conflict Resolution Education Related Terms

This is a glossary of terms related to the field of conflict resolution education. You'll find the terms followed by a short definition and any related terms that you might want to become familiar with.

A - Terms Beginning with "A"

Term Definition Related Terms
Accommodation/smoothing a style of conflict resolution in which one person gives in or accedes to the wishes of the other Giving in, nurturing style of conflict managment
Acknowledgment confirming behavior that indicates awareness of or interest in the other person's perceptions, comments, or questions
Action-oriented listeners listeners who concentrate mostly on the task at hand and prefer to listen to people who present information in a logical and organized way
Affect displays spontaneous facial expression of emotion Emotional expressions, facial expressions