Description This week, you will view a case through the eyes of a mediator. Read the Portsmouth Sch ...

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Description This week, you will view a case through the eyes of a mediator. Read the Portsmouth School Board case found in the resources section for this week and answer the following questions: Note: Before you jump into answering the questions below, make sure you take some time to briefly introduce the conflict. What is the conflict about? What are the positions and interests of the involved parties? Who are the parties to the conflict, and how has the conflict progressed to this point? Also, keep in mind sensitive pieces of the conflict. Are there any cultural, ethnic, or gender-related issues in this conflict – and if so, how will they affect your decisions regarding the entry phase of the mediation? Who should be involved in the mediation effort? What is the best location for the mediation? What physical arrangements need to be made? What procedures will be used? What issues, interests, and settlement options are important to the parties? What are the psychological conditions of the parties? How will rules or behavioral guidelines be established? What is the general plan for the first joint negotiations in the mediator’s presence? How will specific agenda items be identified and ordered? How will parties be educated about the process, and how will they arrive at an agreement to proceed with negotiations? What possible deadlocks could occur, and how will they be overcome? Length: 5-7 pages, not including title or reference pages References: Include a minimum of 5 scholarly resources. Your assignment should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to University's Academic Integrity Policy.