Year: 2019
Type: dissertation
Abstract: Why do disputants select a weak mediator?Why does the strong mediator select a weak mediation strategy?Why do disputants reappoint a failed mediator?These are arguments from existing research, based on the standard expected utility theory, under a macro-level view: all these selections are suboptimal when choosing mediation as the technique to make peace.The purpose of this dissertation is to explain these suboptimal choices in mediation, from a meso-level view.By assuming the more relaxed Pursuing a Ph.D. is like trying to find a new continent: in the ocean of knowledge, I am thirsty to grab new things which are helpful to my journey, excited when a clue about the continent comes to me, disappointed when an effort results in failure, and even lose myself when I find I might be far away from the final target.Even though I cannot say that it is an utterly optimistic experience with sunshine all the way, I have enjoyed every piece of time on the journey, and I firmly believe that it is a precious asset of my life.In this three and a half years' work, I have received tremendous and steady support from many people.Professor Gerald Schneider, my first supervisor, is always here to offer his farseeing ideas and inspiring suggestions.Through the open-minded and critical discussions with Prof. Schneider, I have developed my own arguments in the study of mediation of violent disputes, step-by-step.There is no doubt to me that Prof.
Source: KOPS (University of Konstanz)
Author: Yiyi Chen
Language: English
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
Funder: Universität Konstanz
OpenAlex ID: W2974517341