Unit 8: Resolving Conflicts

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This unit is focused on resolving employee conflicts and contains vocabulary and a reading activity called "Dialog Between a HR Rep and Two Employees".

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Basic activities (computer-graded)

Vocabulary Builder Activity

Students will learn the following key terms and phrases:

Reading Activity: Dialog between a HR rep and two employees

Students will be able to correctly answer true/false questions after reading and listening to topical short articles and dialogs featuring topical vocabulary.

John: Hi Tim, could I have a word with you? HR rep: Of course John. What can I do for you? John: Well, I have run into a bit of a problem. It’s about Steven, you know my supervisor. HR rep: Ok, what has he done? John: It sounds a little silly but recently I have the feeling that he is treating me much worse than the other guys on my team. It… Continue

Multiple Choice Activity

Students will be able to select the best match between unit terms and their definitions.

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Listening Comprehension Activity

Students will be able to listen to short audio clips in English and then spell them correctly.

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Spelling and Recognition

Students will be able to identify and spell a vocabulary term correctly given only the definition.

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Advanced activities (optionally teacher-graded)

Speaking Practice Activity

Students will be able to speak and record 5 example sentences from the unit vocabulary and then submit them for grading by the classroom teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the students will be shown good examples of other students' work.

The contract will be terminated at the end of the year.

I strongly advise you to listen to what he says.

The company's code of conduct forbids employees from swearing.

John and Mark eventually came to a compromise which satisfied them both.

It is very stressful when you have a conflict with your boss.

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Writing Practice Activity

Students will write a short essay to be graded by the teacher. If no teacher is available or desired, then the student is shown previous examples of other writings by students.

How would you solve the dispute between Steven and John?

What are the advantages of having someone adjudicate at a meeting?

Have you ever had a problem getting on with anyone you work with? Why?

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