Mini – Strategy:

ROUND TABLE OR ROUND ROBIN

SHARING/DISCUSSION
Round Table is a form of academic discussion. Participants agree on a
specific topic to discuss or debate. Each person is given equal right to
participate, as illustrated by idea of a circular layout referred to in the
term round table.

ROUNDTABLE DESCRIPTION: 

A round table is a facilitated discussion that gives each participant the

maximum amount of group input on a given subject of common interest
in a short amount of time.  

GOAL & OBJECTIVES: 

To facilitate a meaningful group discussion that is engaging and helpful

o       By identifying areas of common interest

o       By keeping a fast pace

o       By drawing as many people into the discussion as possible

o       By wearing name tags or using name plates

DO’S & DONT’S

Effective round tables:

o       Keep the discussion moving with the use of time limits 

o       But give plenty of time for discussion,

o       Each topic is clear & solicits specific feedback

o       Discussion includes and involves multiple people 

o       End at the high point of the discussion 

Not so effective round tables:

o       There’s not enough time for discussion  

o       Conversation dies out before a new topic begins

o       Topics aren’t clear about what feedback they want

o       Discussion focuses on 1 or a few speakers leaving others out