BY: MISS FLORA VEGA

  Developing a Calendar There are many ways in which a delegation can further prepare for the MUN experience.  A useful tool for organizing your schedule is a computer calendar  In general terms. Items that are crucial to know include: 1) Geography: 2) Demographics: 3) Culture: majority and minority components, religions and their influences, language(s), and customs and traditions 4) Economy 5) Government: 6) History of state: Hold a panel discussion on one of the topics DELEGATION PREPARATION

  Start with WIKIPIDEA  To start learning the general information about your country this is a good starter  To learn more about the MUN     video that explains the model and procedures  we need to use the computer lab at least 2 days next week  The links mentioned in the video are available at:   To watch samples on some procedures  LINKS

  Another important step in the preparation process is developing knowledge of the rules. Before a delegate can learn to effectively negotiate his or her desires and national aims, a full understanding of committee procedures and rules is vital  WE NEED COPY OF THE PREVIOUS IF NOT PROVIDED TODAY Rules Training

  Prepare speeches (highlight what you consider important to be mention and keep record in index cards  Oral Speeches for formal debate  Write speeches  Rules training session in advance  Work in teams discussing all these matters  Prepare your position papers  Note you will be working in blocs to gain allies In addition

  Role-Playing Delegates will be expected to effectively act out the role of their assigned country representatives throughout the duration of the conference  Knowledge  Well-Spoken  Collaborative  Leadership  Creativity (specially for the resolutions) What are you expected to do and how…

  Setting the Agenda(The committee must choose the order in which to address these topics).  Delegates may begin making motions proposing an agenda  The motion must include all topics on the provisional agenda  If the chairperson accepts the motion, it will be put to an immediate vote  General Debate on the Topic Once a topic area has been opened, a new Speakers’ List will be taken, and formal debate on the topic area will begin. Normally, debate will begin in a very general way, with delegates making policy statements and suggesting broad solutions. After the main issues have been outlined. So here is when you start taking notes for further research AN OUTLINE OF A MUN COMMITTEE

  — This is traditional debate, carried out entirely within the MUN Rules of Procedure.  On substantive matters, it consists of speakers who speak in an order determined by the Speakers’ List, and who may choose to answer questions on the substance of their speech.  The chairperson moderates this debate, and all motions concerning the debate must pass through him or her.  Formal debate is the framework within which all voting and submission of formal resolutions must take place. Formal Debate

  — Informal debate, sometimes called a moderated caucus, is a “suspension of the rules” which may be allowed by the chairperson to facilitate discussion.  A formal Speakers’ List is not drawn up; delegates are recognized to speak by the chairperson at the conclusion of each speech.  Generally, this kind of debate takes the form of a roundtable discussion. It allows a greater measure of give and take between delegates and enables issues to be addressed and clarified Informal Debate

  — Caucusing, like informal debate, is a temporary recess of the committee meeting, when proposals are drawn up and consensus building, negotiation, and compromise take place.  Caucusing is the primary “working mode” of the committee. Blocs use this opportunity to consolidate and discuss their positions, and to communicate between each other. Working papers and resolutions, discussed below, are usually drafted during these unmoderated caucuses. Caucusing

  At some point in the debate, usually well into the second or third session, a group of delegates (sponsors) who have been working on a proposal (perhaps in working paper form) will find they have enough support to formally bring their resolution before the committee  Amendments After a resolution is debated in committee, it is common for changes both small and large to be made to the document. These changes most often come in the form of amendments to the resolution. Resolutions

  It becomes apparent that debate on a topic has reached some sort of conclusion, consensus, or final stage beyond which the arguments only repeat themselves. Voting Generally

  The resolution begins with a header, as a standard letter might. The top of the document should contain the committee name (“The World Health Organization” for example), topic, and a list of sponsors a list of signatories.  CHECK POSITION PAPER THE RESOLUTION FORMAT