Welcome to the “Debate and Discussion” lesson, the fifth of eight in the “Expert Insights: Healthy Board Meetings with Susan Leahy” course, which offers board members the means to run fair, productive meetings using the fundamentals of parliamentary procedure. This lesson outlines the basic rules for rigorous, respectful debate of business items on the meeting agenda. After viewing, learners will understand the importance of maintaining a focus on the motion on the floor while offering discussion to save everyone’s time and energy.
Overview
COURSE DIFFICULTY
COURSE DURATION
7m
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Facilitate Effective Discussions in Board Meetings
Recognize the Importance of Diverse Perspectives
Implement Strategies for Constructive Debate
Foster a Collaborative Meeting Environment
Evaluate the Outcomes of Board Discussions
Board Members, Executives, Organizational Leaders, Governance Professionals, Nonprofit Directors
None
01. Understanding Board Dynamics
02. Techniques for Healthy Debate
03. Strategies for Encouraging Participation
04. Assessing Meeting Effectiveness
05. Best Practices for Board Governance
SKILLS LEARNED
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Facilitate Effective Discussions in Board Meetings
Recognize the Importance of Diverse Perspectives
Implement Strategies for Constructive Debate
Foster a Collaborative Meeting Environment
Evaluate the Outcomes of Board Discussions
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Board Members, Executives, Organizational Leaders, Governance Professionals, Nonprofit Directors
PREREQUISITES
None
COURSE OUTLINE
01. Understanding Board Dynamics
02. Techniques for Healthy Debate
03. Strategies for Encouraging Participation
04. Assessing Meeting Effectiveness
05. Best Practices for Board Governance
