How individual perceptions of power can create conflict situations between law enforcement and members of a community
Assessment 3
Conflict and Power
Overview
Write a 3–5-page blog post that explains how individual perceptions of power can create conflict situations
between law enforcement and members of a community. Use the relational theory of power to explain how
perceptions affect the ability to resolve conflict. Then, identify a conflict resolution strategy and predict the
outcome.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course
competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 1: Identify variables within structures or institutions that can promote conflict.
Describe the factors that contribute to conflict between law enforcement and members of a
community.
Competency 2: Apply theoretical perspectives on conflict.
Use the relational theory of power to explain how perceptions of power interfere with the ability to
resolve conflict.
Competency 3: Apply appropriate strategies to reduce or resolve conflicts.
Identify conflict resolution strategies for law enforcement–community conflicts.
Competency 4: Analyze the impact of conflict on relationship building in face-to-face, virtual, cyber, and
group communication.
Explain how perceptions of power contribute to conflict situations.
Competency 5: Evaluate the outcome of proposed strategies of conflict resolution.
Determine the outcome of a conflict resolution strategy.
Competency 6: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
Write coherently to support a central idea in appropriate APA format with correct grammar, usage,
and mechanics.
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Context
Power plays a role in most conflicts. According to Coleman, Deutsch, and Marcus (2014), power can be
understood by looking at its relationship to a situation and how that power is used. It is important to consider the
role that each person in a conflict situation plays and that person's place in the power hierarchy. Also, consider
culture, as it can influence the way people react to power inequalities. Understanding these differences is key
when trying to understand the dynamics of conflict and formulate strategies for conflict resolution.
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Reference
Coleman, P., Deutsch, M., & Marcus, C. (2014). The handbook of conflict resolution: Theory and practice (3rd
ed.). San Francisco, CA: Wiley.
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Questions to Consider
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a
fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of your professional community.
How does gender relate to power dynamics in conflict?
Do you think that men and women perceive power differently in conflict situations? If so, in what ways?
Can perceptions of power contribute to conflict, or help resolve conflict?
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Resources
Suggested Resources
The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a
helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left
navigation menu of your courseroom.
Library Resources
The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:
Walden, A. L., Javdani, S., & Allen, N. E. (2014). Engaging conflict: Support power-sharing through
constructive conflict resolution. Journal of Community Psychology, 42(7), 854–868.
Course Library Guide
A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to
refer to the resources in the COM-FP3700 – Conflict Resolution Library Guide to help direct your research.
Bookstore Resources
The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless
noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the Capella University Bookstore. When
searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific –FP (FlexPath) course designation.
Hocker, J. L., & Wilmot, W. W. (2018). Interpersonal conflict (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
Chapters 4 and 6.
Coleman, P., Deutsch, M., & Marcus, C. (2014). The handbook of conflict resolution: Theory and practice
(3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Wiley.
Chapters 6, 12, 17, 22, and 25.
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Assessment Instructions
Suppose you are an active member of a community blog site that focuses on current events. The
administrator of the blog has contacted you and asked you to write a blog on recent national events involving
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law enforcement agencies. The title of the blog is to be "Conflict and Power."
Preparation
Search the Capella library and the Internet to locate resources that address the dynamics of power and
conflict (in particular, with relation to law enforcement), the relational theory of power, perceptions of power,
and how things such as gender, culture, and ethnicity can affect that perception.
Requirements
Complete the following:
Describe the factors or conditions that contribute to conflict situations between law enforcement and
citizens.
Explain how perceptions of power may contribute to conflict situations between law enforcement and
members of a community. Be sure you consider the perceptions of both the police and individual
citizens.
Use the relational theory of power to explain how perceptions of power affect the ability to resolve
police–community conflict.
Identify strategies you believe might be effective in reducing or resolving conflicts between police and
communities.
Choose one strategy and determine the likely outcome.
Although an actual blog would not have any specific formatting, format this assessment following APA
guidelines. This format will facilitate faculty evaluation and feedback.
Additional Requirements
Submit 3–5 typed, double-spaced pages, not including title and reference pages.
Use 12-point, Times New Roman font.
Include a title page and reference page.
Cite at least 3 current scholarly or professional resources.
How to use the scoring guide
Conflict and Power Scoring Guide
Use the scoring guide to enhance your learning.
Conflict and Power
Overview
Write a 3–5-page blog post that explains how individual perceptions of power can create conflict situations
between law enforcement and members of a community. Use the relational theory of power to explain how
perceptions affect the ability to resolve conflict. Then, identify a conflict resolution strategy and predict the
outcome.
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course
competencies and assessment criteria:
Competency 1: Identify variables within structures or institutions that can promote conflict.
Describe the factors that contribute to conflict between law enforcement and members of a
community.
Competency 2: Apply theoretical perspectives on conflict.
Use the relational theory of power to explain how perceptions of power interfere with the ability to
resolve conflict.
Competency 3: Apply appropriate strategies to reduce or resolve conflicts.
Identify conflict resolution strategies for law enforcement–community conflicts.
Competency 4: Analyze the impact of conflict on relationship building in face-to-face, virtual, cyber, and
group communication.
Explain how perceptions of power contribute to conflict situations.
Competency 5: Evaluate the outcome of proposed strategies of conflict resolution.
Determine the outcome of a conflict resolution strategy.
Competency 6: Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.
Write coherently to support a central idea in appropriate APA format with correct grammar, usage,
and mechanics.
SHOW LESS
Competency Map
Use this online tool to track your performance and
progress through your course.
CHECK YOUR
PROGRESS
Context
Power plays a role in most conflicts. According to Coleman, Deutsch, and Marcus (2014), power can be
understood by looking at its relationship to a situation and how that power is used. It is important to consider the
role that each person in a conflict situation plays and that person's place in the power hierarchy. Also, consider
culture, as it can influence the way people react to power inequalities. Understanding these differences is key
when trying to understand the dynamics of conflict and formulate strategies for conflict resolution.
Details Attempt 1 Available Attempt 2 Attempt 3
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Reference
Coleman, P., Deutsch, M., & Marcus, C. (2014). The handbook of conflict resolution: Theory and practice (3rd
ed.). San Francisco, CA: Wiley.
SHOW LESS
Questions to Consider
To deepen your understanding, you are encouraged to consider the questions below and discuss them with a
fellow learner, a work associate, an interested friend, or a member of your professional community.
How does gender relate to power dynamics in conflict?
Do you think that men and women perceive power differently in conflict situations? If so, in what ways?
Can perceptions of power contribute to conflict, or help resolve conflict?
SHOW LESS
Resources
Suggested Resources
The following optional resources are provided to support you in completing the assessment or to provide a
helpful context. For additional resources, refer to the Research Resources and Supplemental Resources in the left
navigation menu of your courseroom.
Library Resources
The following e-books or articles from the Capella University Library are linked directly in this course:
Walden, A. L., Javdani, S., & Allen, N. E. (2014). Engaging conflict: Support power-sharing through
constructive conflict resolution. Journal of Community Psychology, 42(7), 854–868.
Course Library Guide
A Capella University library guide has been created specifically for your use in this course. You are encouraged to
refer to the resources in the COM-FP3700 – Conflict Resolution Library Guide to help direct your research.
Bookstore Resources
The resources listed below are relevant to the topics and assessments in this course and are not required. Unless
noted otherwise, these materials are available for purchase from the Capella University Bookstore. When
searching the bookstore, be sure to look for the Course ID with the specific –FP (FlexPath) course designation.
Hocker, J. L., & Wilmot, W. W. (2018). Interpersonal conflict (10th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
Chapters 4 and 6.
Coleman, P., Deutsch, M., & Marcus, C. (2014). The handbook of conflict resolution: Theory and practice
(3rd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Wiley.
Chapters 6, 12, 17, 22, and 25.
SHOW LESS
Assessment Instructions
Suppose you are an active member of a community blog site that focuses on current events. The
administrator of the blog has contacted you and asked you to write a blog on recent national events involving
Tutorials Support Log Out Shawn Smith 8
law enforcement agencies. The title of the blog is to be "Conflict and Power."
Preparation
Search the Capella library and the Internet to locate resources that address the dynamics of power and
conflict (in particular, with relation to law enforcement), the relational theory of power, perceptions of power,
and how things such as gender, culture, and ethnicity can affect that perception.
Requirements
Complete the following:
Describe the factors or conditions that contribute to conflict situations between law enforcement and
citizens.
Explain how perceptions of power may contribute to conflict situations between law enforcement and
members of a community. Be sure you consider the perceptions of both the police and individual
citizens.
Use the relational theory of power to explain how perceptions of power affect the ability to resolve
police–community conflict.
Identify strategies you believe might be effective in reducing or resolving conflicts between police and
communities.
Choose one strategy and determine the likely outcome.
Although an actual blog would not have any specific formatting, format this assessment following APA
guidelines. This format will facilitate faculty evaluation and feedback.
Additional Requirements
Submit 3–5 typed, double-spaced pages, not including title and reference pages.
Use 12-point, Times New Roman font.
Include a title page and reference page.
Cite at least 3 current scholarly or professional resources.
How to use the scoring guide
Conflict and Power Scoring Guide
Use the scoring guide to enhance your learning.
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