Pre-Event Engagement:
- Use surveys to gather questions or challenges from attendees.
- Share resources (papers, videos) for pre-reading to encourage discussion.
Interactive Formats:
- Live audience Q&A in panels.
- Roundtable discussions in smaller groups.
- Fishbowl method for dynamic exchanges.
Technology Integration:
- Tools like Mentimeter for live polling and feedback.
- Collaborative platforms (Miro, Google Docs) for co-creation.
- Audience-driven sessions using voting tools.
Active Learning & Gamification:
- Case studies and problem-solving in teams.
- Role-playing scenarios for real-world issues.
- Science trivia or hackathons with competitive elements.
Networking and Collaboration:
- Speed networking with time limits.
- Poster walks with guided discussions.
Inclusivity and Accessibility:
- Captioning, translations, and multiple engagement modes for accessibility.
Post-Event Follow-Up:
- Online forums for ongoing discussion (e.g., Slack).
- Collaborative white papers based on event contributions.
Creative Content Delivery:
- Flipped lectures: Pre-recorded content with live Q&A.
- Choose-your-own-adventure presentations directed by audience voting.
- Storytelling to analyze and advance scenarios.
Workshops and Debates:
- Co-creation workshops for collaborative problem-solving.
- World Café format: Rotating thematic discussions.
- Oxford-style debates with audience involvement.