MUN in detail

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How to write an MUN Resolution

Have a look at these sample resolutions drafted by some experienced MUNers. They will help you write your first resolution!

Example of Forensics Discussion Group

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Forensics Discussion Groups

Discussion Groups
 

1. Discussion groups seek to agree, if possible, upon a solution to a problem that represents the consensus of the group. One comes to a discussion group with an open mind. Discussants may disagree, but the goal is to cooperate and reach a consensus. IN THIS RESPECT IT DIFFERS FROM DEBATES WHERE THE PARTICIPANTS HAVE ALREADY REACHED A CONCLUSION ON THE ISSUE.
2. Participants should be willing to consider and appraise their own ideas as well as the ideas of the other group members in terms of sound evidence and logical argument as the discussion evolves.
3. While the group is looking for a solution, many possibilities for a solution exist and all options should be considered. OPPOSING VIEWPOINTS ARE ENCOURAGED FOR REVIEW.
4. In preparing for participation in discussion groups, students should have prepared a general outline concerning the issue as follows:

• Define the problem and establish the limit of what the discussion should involve.
• Analyze and evaluate the problem:

• Describe the present situation...what's happening?
• How serious is the problem?
• What are the causes?

• What can be done to improve the present situation:

• What solutions have been tried before?
• Were these solutions successful...why or why not?
• What will happen if no action is taken?
• What are the pros and cons of each possible solution?
• How practical is each solution?

• Can the group agree on a course of action:

• What standards or goals are needed to judge if the agreed action is successful?
• How should the agreed upon solution be implemented?

5. Each participant should have a thorough knowledge of the subject to be discussed.
6. Each member of the group should speak, but he or she must also be a good listener. The student needs to understand what the others are saying and be able to judge the value of what is being said. More specifically, each participant should be able to judge if:

• The other speakers' remarks show the speakers have studied the issue.
• The other speakers' remarks are biased or prejudiced.
• The other speakers' remarks are based on fact...do they offer references to back up their remarks?
• The other speakers' remarks are influencing the other group members.

7. Students should participate in discussions when:

• They have a constructive comment or suggestion to offer.
• They can clarify a point made by someone else.
• They can correct an error stated by someone else.
• They can offer useful information.
• They can ask a pertinent question.
• They can inject humor to foster interaction.

8. The best ways of participating in the group are:

• Speaking in a direct, friendly, conversational manner.
• Presenting one's point of view clearly, succinctly and fairly. REMEMBER THE AIM is to help the group think objectively and creatively in analyzing and solving the problem at hand.
• Maintaining attitudes of open-mindedness and objectivity. Treat disagreement and criticism of your comments with an open mind.

9. Each discussion group must have a leader who will:

• Keep the discussion moving
• Try to involve all group members
• Try to keep the group from randomly jumping from point to point
• Summarize comments made at the end of the discussion to bring it to closure.

10. EACH DISCUSSION GROUP SHOULD DISCUSS THE PROBLEM FOR AT LEAST TWENTY (20) MINUTES AND NOT MORE THAN THIRTY (30) MINUTES.
11. The problem that will be discussed in all groups will relate to the general theme of the competition.
12. Students will be allowed to look at any notes they want during the group discussion. Pencil & paper may be brought to the discussion.
13. Students will be randomly assigned to two different groups. Success will be determined by cumulative points for both discussions.
14. Students should introduce themselves.

Source: http://www.cciu.org/page/383

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