Conflict Resolution – Individual Protective Factors

Measuring the extent to which youth learn to constructively resolve peer conflicts is an indicator of whether or not they have acquired or are acquiring the social competence and skills to make choices that will strengthen their interpersonal relationships and facilitate success in school. This tool measures two conflict resolution skills: self-control and cooperation (6 items each).

Constructs Being Measured

Primary
Self-control
Secondary
Cooperation

How to Access and Cite

Contact the Teach For All TACL team for more information on this resource.

Outcome Families

Connectedness
Agency

 

Programmatic Purpose-terms

Classroom-level data and feedback
Program-level monitoring and evaluation

Instrument Characteristics

Type of items

6 Likert type questions for Self-control
6 Likert type questions for Cooperation

Format
Self-report

Applicable Grade Levels-terms

Primary
Secondary

Supporting Research

Phillips J, Springer F. Extended National Youth Sports Program 1991-1992 evaluation highlights, part two: Individual Protective Factors Index (IPFI) and risk assessment study. Report prepared for the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Sacramento, CA: EMT Associates, 1992.

Available Languages

Rationale

Conflict resolution is integral to managing self in relation to others as well working in collaboration with peers towards a shared goal.

Points to Consider

For more guidance on measuring student learning and best practices in adapting measurement tools to your contexts, check out the Portal page on Monitoring and Evaluation. You can also contact Alvin Vista (Knowledge Lead, Student Outcomes) and Robbie Dean (Director of Research) for specific questions.