Another format, one that has been conducted quite successfully in the past, is a formal debate, with position statements and rebuttals, all on a strict time schedule. You are encouraged to formulate other types of formats that will similarly stimulate interaction and discussion. Each proposal will be independently reviewed by the members of the Panel committee. The committee is a multidisciplinary group drawn from industry and academia. We are looking for stimulating and timely issues debated by well-informed and engaging panelists.
Controversy is encouraged, as are unique and diverse subjects.
Given that panels often depart from the usual, we encourage people who are considering organizing a panel to contact either Panel Co-Chair to discuss your ideas prior to submission. We can help you focus your ideas and highlight aspects of the proposal you may not have considered. Abstract Prepare a two-page summary of the panel, suitable for publication in the CHI 98 Summary. It should include the title, names and affiliations of the panelists, an overview of the panel topic and format and a summary of each panelist's position. It must be in the Conference Publications Format .