A Teachers' Union Has Been Trying to Negotiate a New

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Multiple Choice

A teachers' union has been trying to negotiate a new contract with school officials for thirty days.The old contract expires in two months, the day before school starts for the year.To resolve the contract negotiation disputes, a panel has been formed to decide on how to settle the contract dispute.The three-member panel consists of a teacher, a school superintendent, and a local businessman.They are listening to testimony from both sides before rendering their decision.What kind of impasse resolution technique is being used?

• A)Lockout
• B)Conciliation
• C)Fact-finding
• D)Interest arbitration
• E)Mediation

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Definitions:

Authorization Cards

Cards signed by employees to indicate their wish to be represented by a union for the purposes of collective bargaining.

Bargaining Unit

A group of employees with a clear and identifiable community of interests who are represented by a single labor union for purposes of collective bargaining.

Card Checking

A method used in labor organization activities where employees sign cards indicating their support for union representation.

Certification Process

The formal procedure by which an individual or organization is assessed and confirmed to meet specific standards or qualifications.