Identify and explain the three primary formats group presentations utilize for sharing reports and recommendations in workplace speaking
What will be an ideal response?
• A symposium is a public discussion during which the members of a group share responsibility for presenting information to an audience. Usually a moderator and the group members are seated in front of the audience, and each group member is prepared to deliver a brief report. Each speaker should know what the other speakers will present so that the same ground is not covered twice. At the end of the speeches, the moderator may summarize the key points. The audience can then participate in a question-and-answer session or a forum presentation.
• In a forum presentation, audience members direct questions and comments to a group, and group members respond with short impromptu speeches. A forum often follows a more structured presentation, such as a symposium or a prepared speech by one group member. Forum presentations work best when all group members know the issues and are prepared to respond unhesitatingly to questioners.
• A panel discussion is an informative group presentation. Individuals on the panel may use notes on key facts or statistics, but they do not present formal speeches. Usually, a panel discussion is organized and led by an appointed chairperson or moderator.
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