Fast Track To Advanced Communicator
A guide to the objectives, time, and materials

Facilitating Discussion  226-D

Project 1: The Panel Moderator
Objectives:
• Select a topic for a panel discussion.
• Identify differing viewpoints to be addressed by panelists.
• Organize and moderate a panel discussion.
Recommended Time: 28 to 30 minutes
Optional Time: 22 to 26 minutes

Project 2: The Brainstorming Session
Objectives:
• Select a problem for a brainstorming session for which you serve as facilitator.
• Conduct a brainstorming session.
• Have participants reduce the list of ideas to the three best.
Recommended Time: 31 to 33 minutes.
Optional Time: 20 - 22 minutes

Project 3: The Problem-Solving Discussion
Objectives:
• Discuss the three ideas generated in Project 2.
• Determine which one best resolves the problem.
Recommended Time: 26 to 31 minutes.
Optional Time: 19 - 23 minutes

Project 4: Handling Challenging Situations
Objectives:
• Select a problem and ask club members to discuss and resolve it either by a majority vote or compromise.
• Serve as facilitator for the discussion.
• Effectively handle any member's behavioral problems that may interfere with the discussion..
Recommended Time: 22 to 32 minutes.
Optional Time: 12 - 21 minutes

Project 5: Reaching a Consensus
Objectives:
• To select a problem for the group to discuss and resolve.
• As facilitator, help the group reach a consensus.
Recommended Time: 31 to 37 minutes.
Optional Time: 20 - 26 minutes

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