Idaho District 1 Speech Invitational

2018 — ID/US

Panel Discussion

Abbreviation PNL
Format Speech
Entry Fee $5.00
Entry 1 competitors per entry

Event Description:

TIME: 40 minutes; time penalties not assessed

Panel Discussion topics are provided to coaches at the Fall ISATA Conference. Five topics are selected to be used at district and state tournaments. 

Event Procedure: Panel members do not make formal speeches, but remain seated and discuss the topic informally. Prepared notes or materials are not allowed, but notes may be taken during the discussion. Emphasis is on problem solving through working towards group consensus. Panelists should be familiar with the topic and be prepared to discuss facts and opinions. Panel competitors may only bring a pen or pencil to the round. The judge will hand each competitor a blank sheet of paper as he/she enters the room.