Conferences

As a program chair for a conference session, you play an important role in facilitating a successful discussion and keeping the session on track. Please follow the guidelines outlined below to ensure a smooth and productive session:

Familiarize yourself with the Session: Before the session, review the session agenda and familiarize yourself with the speakers and their topics.

Introduce the Speakers: Begin the session by introducing the speakers and their topics, and provide a brief overview of the session goals and objectives.

Set Ground Rules: Establish ground rules for the session, such as time limits for presentations, guidelines for audience questions, and expectations for respectful behaviour.

Keep the Discussion on Track: During the session, keep the discussion on track by ensuring that speakers stay within their allotted time and addressing any off-topic comments or questions.

Encourage Audience Participation: Encourage audience participation by facilitating a question-and-answer period or soliciting comments from the audience.

Maintain Control: Keep the session on schedule and under control by managing the time, keeping speakers on topic, and intervening if necessary to prevent disruptions or conflicts.

Wrap up the Session: Conclude the session by summarizing the key points and takeaways, thanking the speakers and audience, and encouraging further discussion and collaboration.

By following these guidelines, you will help ensure that the conference session is informative, engaging, and productive. Thank you for your participation as a moderator, and we look forward to a successful session.