The Discussion Leader

• Project 1 - The Seminar Solution
  • Time: 20 - 30 minutes
  • Objectives:
    • Present an introductory short talk or brief lecture describing a theory, model or information about a topic that will be discussed by a group following the presentation.
    • Organize the information so that it is easy to understand and can be remembered.
    • Orient the group to think about the specific goal of the discussion that follows.
    • Use a buzz session discussion technique to promote group participation in deriving information leading to a solution to the problem.
• Project 2 - The Round Robin
  • Time: 20 - 30 minutes
  • Objectives:
    • Establish the meaning of a question with a discussion group.
    • Using a problem solving pattern, lead the participants in a brainstorming session.
    • Screen the possible solutions and lead the group in deciding what action to take.
• Project 3 - Pilot a Panel
  • Time: 30 - 40 minutes
  • Objectives:
    • Select a problem for panel discussion. Select not less than three members in advance to speak on the panel.
    • Define the common goals and the purpose of the panel.
    • Acting as moderator, monitor the panel discussion to inform the audience.
• Project 4 - Make Believe (Role Playing)
  • Time: 20 - 30 minutes
  • Objectives:
    • Understand what role-playing is and how to use it effectively in group communication.
    • Select a problem involving human relations in which you may use the role-playing method to illustrate and explore the problem.
    • Create a plot and characters relevant to the discussion problem and select a cast from among the group members.
• Project 5 - The Workshop Leader
  • Time: 30 - 40 minutes
  • Objectives:
    • Building group unity, guide the workshop participants in an investigative discussion of the problem.
    • Follow a problem-solving pattern to arrive at a solution.
    • Bring the group to an agreement before the discussion ends.

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