OptionPower and OptionFinder G3 wireless keypads allow the panel discussion moderator to poll the audience at the beginning of the event. Through a few simple questions, the moderator can narrow the list of potential topics and then direct the discussion to those topics that audience members deem most relevant or want to know more about.
Panelists come prepared to talk about all relevant topics. Then, with the feedback about the topics that best meet the audience's needs, they can spend the most time on those topics.
The OptionFinder digital keypad can also be used to tap the knowledge of the people in the room so that they can interactively contribute to the content of the discussion. For example, polls can let participants know where they stand with their peers on key issues facing them as professionals. This audience participation often leads to further in-depth discussion and the sharing of best practices among participants.
The OptionPower system and OptionFinder G3 input devices provide a means to add valuable interactivity and feedback to a panel discussion. The system is easy to set up and use, and the anonymity that the digital keypads provide add to the candidness of the input.
To learn more about how you can use an OptionPower system to boost the effectiveness of panel discussions at your meeting, click here.