Presentation Styles

Within each of the areas of focus listed above, a variety of presentation formats may be offered.

Case Study - Attendees are provided with detailed information about a real-life situation. Attendees study and analyze the situation, applying principles related to the subject matter to decide what was done correctly and what mistakes might have been made in the case situation. The presenter will ask attendees to explain, justify and defend their personal analysis of the case situation.

Forum - A discussion hosted by a facilitator who guides the conversation with the attendees.

Guided-design Sessions - Attendees work in small groups to solve open-ended problems requiring them to gather information, think logically, communicate ideas and apply steps in a decision-making process. Focus is on developing the attendees' decision-making skills as well as on developing specific concepts and principles.

Lecture - One of the most widely used forms of instructional delivery. In this format, the presenter(s) will deliver a research or position paper using a PowerPoint® presentation that summarizes the paper.

Panel Discussion - A moderated session where as many as three presenters give information or their views on an assigned topic in front of the audience. The presenters may have different viewpoints, various interests or special experiences. They will deliver their portion of the session in a style similar to a lecture. Upon completion of the lecture portion of the session, attendees may ask questions of the presenters.

Simulation - An abstract representation of a real-life situation that requires the attendees to solve a complex problem. The presenter creates appropriate conditions that require specific responses by the attendees. The attendees become deeply involved, undergoing the same stress and pressures they would experience in reality. The presenter discusses and evaluates the results of the activity with the participants.