Rocky Mountain Invitational NIETOC
2020 — NSDA Campus, ID/US
Panel Discussion
Abbreviation
PNL
Format
Speech
Entry Fee
$3.00
Entry
1 competitors per entry
Event Description:
Time: 40 min. round Time penalties: not assessed
Topics: Athletes and celebrities have no place in political discourse, Social protest is no longer an effective means of political change, Non-disclosure agreements do more harm than good, California is as prepared for future fires as they will ever be
Event Procedure: Panel members do not make formal speeches, but remain seated and discuss the topic informally. 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. Contestants may bring a pen or pencil and research limited to one page, one sided (8.5 x 11) to the round