Fall 2021 - PLAN 443 D100

Public Engagement, Mediation and Conflict Resolution in Planning (4)

Class Number: 5704

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 8 – Dec 7, 2021: Fri, 12:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    PLAN 200 and 60 units.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces students to the theory and techniques of public engagement, negotiation and mediation processes in planning. Begins with a review of planning and negotiation theory and this is followed by a review of techniques for the design and operation of public engagement in planning. Case studies and negotiation simulation sessions will be used to illustrate key concepts. We use the theories and approaches taught at the Harvard Negotiation Program including Harvard Negotiation Program simulation exercises for environmental dispute resolution. Students acquire the skills to design, manage, and facilitate public engagement processes in planning, engage in stakeholder negotiation, and resolve public disputes in planning.

COURSE DETAILS:

Public engagement, negotiation and mediation have become an essential part of planning.  The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the theory and techniques of public engagement, negotiation and mediation processes.  The course will begin with a review of planning and negotiation theory.  This will be followed by a review of techniques for the design and operation of stakeholder decision-making processes.  Case studies and negotiation simulation sessions will be used to illustrate key concepts.  The course will utilize the theories and approaches taught at the Harvard Negotiation Program including Harvard Negotiation Program simulation exercises for environmental dispute resolution.  After completion of the course, students will have the skills required to design, manage, facilitate, and participate in public engagement and stakeholder negotiation processes.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

After completing this course students will be able to:

  1. understand strengths and weaknesses of different types of planning processes
  2. understand strengths and weaknesses of different types of public participation models
  3. design a planning process
  4. prepare terms of reference
  5. complete a conflict assessment analysis
  6. complete a negotiation preparation document
  7. facilitate a stakeholder process and meetings
  8. participate effectively as a stakeholder in negotiation
  9. prepare and implement a planning agreement
  10. evaluate public engagement and stakeholder processes
  11. negotiate to achieve consensus agreements
  12. develop and evaluate options for achieving consensus agreement

Grading

  • Case Study Presentation 25%
  • Negotiation Simulation 1 25%
  • Negotiation Simulation 2 25%
  • Negotiation Simulation 3 25%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Course reading list will be provided with detailed syllabus. Readings will be avalaible online.

Registrar Notes:

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TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2021

Teaching at SFU in fall 2021 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with approximately 70 to 80 per cent of classes in person/on campus, with safety plans in place.  Whether your course will be in-person or through remote methods will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

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