I took the avoidance approach towards handling this conflict. Although I avoided the conflict, my reason for avoidance was not because I felt that my opinion didn't count, it was more that I felt indifferent towards the outcome, just as long as I was not hurt in any way. I would have been happy with a 5 point curve or even a 1 point curve, because either way, it would be a gain. By my entering into the conflict and adding a voice into the chaotic classroom would just cause more noise and more chaos.
I feel the outcome was pretty favorable. I was surprised the class was able to come to a consensus. Each person had a different agenda that benefited him/herself. Conflict was inevitable, and I think the class handled itself very well with the given time constraint and lack of resources. I think if we took a couple minutes out to clearly define and spell out the details of each proposal option, less conflict would have resulted because there would be less misunderstandings amongst students.
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Hey,
I felt the same way as you did. I was
relieved when we finally agreed on something. I thought there would have been nothing done. By the way, nice title "Only For The Brave" ^_^
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