Assignment Overview
This Assignment consists of the following parts:
- Part 1: Ethical Dilemmas ( 8 Scenarios)
- Part 2: Ethical Essay (includes 3-page essay; double-spaced)
Assignment Instructions
1. Review the Assignment instructions in the attached document and use the attached worksheet to submit your work for this Assignment: Assignment 2 Worksheet.
2. Review the "Assignment Requirement" in the syllabus and "Grading Rubric" before you submit.
Assignment Requirements
The assignments enable students to demonstrate essential mediation skills and techniques, apply codes of ethics to scenario-based cases, and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the mediation process.
- Proofread your papers; excessive typos and spelling errors may be subject to a rewrite.
- All papers (using Microsoft Word only) must include:
- Cover page (name, assignment name, enrolled class number, date, etc.)
- Reference list of “in-text” citations used with the body of your work.
- Page numbers (insert page numbers)
- Page layout with 1-inch margins and 11-12 font size.
- APA 7th writing style for all citations and references. If you are unfamiliar with APA, please review the followi http://flash1r.apa.org/apastyle/basics/index.htm or http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/section/2/10/.
Assignment Resources and References: Required Readings to Complete the Assignment
Required Readings
- International Council for Online Dispute Resolution. (n.d.). Standards for online dispute resolution. https://icodr.org/standards/
- American Arbitration Association, American Bar Association, & Association for Conflict Resolution. (2005). Model standards of conduct for mediators [PDF]. https://www.americanbar.org/content/dam/aba/administrative/dispute_resolution/dispute_resolution/model_standards_conduct_april2007.pdf
Additional Assignment Resources and References: Use to Inform your Assignment
Resources: Online Mediation Standards, Techniques, and Guidelines
Read to understand what virtual mediation is like, according to Lawler at Lawler ADR Services (LADR), and others.
- PON Staff. (2025, September 16). Using e-mediation and online mediation techniques for conflict resolution. Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School. https://www.pon.harvard.edu/daily/mediation/dispute-resolution-using-online-mediation/
- International Council for Online Dispute Resolution. (n.d.). Standards for online dispute resolution. https://icodr.org/standards/
- Lawler ADR. (n.d.). Online Mediation Services: Preparing for success at online (virtual) mediation https://www.lawleradr.com/online
- Lawler Alternative Dispute Resolution. (2020, August 27). LADR online guidelines and ground rules – SAMPLE[PDF]. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5864625ed2b8574e99b1defb/t/5f48074a45c6c601d3e3e476/1598555979170/LADR+Online+Guidelines+and+Ground+Rules+-+SAMPLE+08272020a.pdf
Resources: Examples of Mediation Waiver and Consent
- Mediate.com. (2018, September 5). Sample agreement to mediate. https://mediate.com/sample-agreement-to-mediate/
- Virginia’s Judicial System. (n.d.). Agreement to mediate [PDF]. https://www.vacourts.gov/static/courtadmin/aoc/djs/programs/drs/mediation/forms/agreement_mediate.pdf
- ADR Chambers. (n.d.). Sample agreement to mediate. https://adrchambers.com/mediation/sample-agreement-to-mediate/
Resource: American Bar Association (ABA): Dispute Resolution Policy and Standards
8. American Bar Association. (n.d.). Dispute resolution policy & standards. https://www.americanbar.org/groups/dispute_resolution/resources/policy-standards/
- Recommended Best Practices for E-Commerce and ADR
- Guidance for Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)
- Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators .
- Standards for the Establishment and Operation of Ombuds Offices
- Code of Ethics for Commercial Arbitrators
- Ethics Codes for Settlement Negotiations
- Ombuds Standards of Practice