how to conduct a panel discussion
DESCRIPTION
A panel discussion is a public exchange of ideas with a goal of informing audience members about a particular subject or issue. In most cases, 4 or more panelists share their knowledge and expertise after being asked questions in a format that allows some discussion. Panel discussions are used to delve into politics, science and community topics, as well as many other issues. Use these tips to conduct a panel discussion for your group, organization or company.TRANSCRIPT
HOW TO CONDUCTHOW TO CONDUCT
A PANEL DISCUSSION?
PANEL
DISCUSSION
- a discussion of a subject of public interest in
which few persons carry on the conversation in
front of the people/audience.
� It is designed to provide an opportunity for a
PANEL
DISCUSSION
� At the end of the conversation, people also
participate.
� It is designed to provide an opportunity for a
group to hear several people knowledgeable about
a specific issue or topic.
MODERATORPANELIST PANELIST
PANELIST PANELIST
A U D I E N C E
INSTRUCTOR
INSTRUCTOR
�Plays an important role in Panel Discussion.
�Plans how, where, and when the panel discussion
will be organized.
�Prepares the schedule for panel discussion.
MODERATOR
�Should have mastery over the theme or problem
of the discussion.
�Keeps the interaction on the theme and
encourages interaction among members.
�Summarizes and highlights the points.
of the discussion.
PANELISTS
�There are 4-10 panelists in the discussion.
�Members sit in the semi-circle shape in front of the�Members sit in the semi-circle shape in front of the
audience.
�The moderator sits in the middle of the panelists.
�All the panelists should have mastery over the
subject matter.
AUDIENCE
�Audience are allowed to put questions and seek�Audience are allowed to put questions and seek
clarifications.
�They can put forward their point of view and their
experiences regarding the theme.
HOW TO CONDUCT
A PANEL DISCUSSION?
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�Identify the goal and purpose of your panel
discussion.
�Invite experts to become panelists.
�Select and invite a moderator.
�Determine the rules for the panel
discussion.
�Write questions for the panelists.
�Arrange for the panel discussion
to be recorded.
�Present and introduce the panelists at the
beginning of the panel discussion.
�Conduct the discussion as planned,
following the established rules.
�Conclude the panel discussion with a
summary and closing remarks.
�Send thank you notes to the panelists
and moderator for their participation.