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Group discussions are common, and this manual provides instruction in facilitating the most common types of discussions. Learn about moderating a panel discussion, facilitating a brainstorming meeting, leading a problem-solving discussion, handling challenging people during discussions, and helping a problem-solving group achieve a consensus. |
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| 1. The Panel Moderator |
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28-30 minutes, or 22-26 minutes |
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Select a topic for a panel discussion. |
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Identify differing viewpoints to be addressed by panelists. |
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Organize and moderate a panel discussion. |
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| 2. The Brainstorming Session |
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26-31 minutes, or 19-23 minutes |
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Discuss the three ideas generated in the previous project, The Brainstorming Session. |
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Determine which one best resolves the problem. |
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| 3. The Problem-Solving Discussion |
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Time: |
26 - 31 minutes, or 19 - 23 minutes |
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Discuss the three ideas generated in the previous project, The Brainstorming Session. |
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Determine which one best resolves the problem. |
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| 4. Handling Challenging Situations |
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22 - 32 minutes, or 12 - 21 minutes |
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Select a problem and ask club members to discuss and resolve it by either a majority vote or by compromise. |
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Serve as facilitator for the discussion. |
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Effectively handle any member's behavioural problems that may interfere with the discussion. |
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| 5. Reaching a Consensus |
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31 - 37 minutes, or 2- - 26 minutes |
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To select a problem for the group to discuss and resolve. |
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As facilitator, help the group reach a consensus. |
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Note: Some presentations may require additional time for question-and-answer periods. |
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