Using Kenneth Thomas' Model of Conceptualizing Conflict, Which of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Using Kenneth Thomas' model of conceptualizing conflict, which of the following is likely to occur if a person is high in cooperativeness and low in assertiveness.

• A) A teacher who is given extra work by the team leader refuses to do so unless everyone in the department also is required to perform the work.
• B) Although bothered by the extra workload, a principal agrees to send the staff development office the forms it demands.
• C) A superintendent refuses to turn over financial information to a school board member without school board approval.
• D) A teacher ignores a parent who demands that her child be moved to a new seat in the classroom because of problem with surrounding students.
• E) A teacher agrees to sit down with the team leader to work out an agreement to the team leader's request with which the teacher does not agree.

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Define chronic stressors and their effects on individuals.

Conceptualize the definition and dimensions of stress.

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Definitions:

Social Theories

Intellectual frameworks that seek to understand, examine, and explain social phenomena, including patterns of social relationships, interaction, and culture.

Power

The potential or capability to affect the conduct of others or the progression of situations.

Patriarchy

A system where men control the political and economic resources of society. A pervasive and complex social and cultural system of male domination.

Anthony Giddens

A prominent British sociologist known for his theory of structuration and his holistic view of modern societies.