What happens during the open forum?
The open forum takes place at the conclusion of the “formal” debate while the adjudicators are deciding on the winner. This is one of the best parts of the debates evening; it gives you the opportunity to give your real opinions of the motion and to display (or show off) the knowledge of the subject you have gained through research. The open forum usually lasts 15-20 minutes. The discussion will be facilitated by the Chairperson who will direct the questions asked by the audience to either team. There are no marks given for the open forum, although it is often recommended that there should be!
