Some chairs will simply declare debate open. If this is the case, there is no need to utilize this motion. The topics are usually set ahead of time. If there are multiple topics, a speaker for and a speaker for and against are required. A vote is taken, and the majority rules.
All nations wishing to be on the speaker's list raise their placards or write a note to the chair.
Used in formal consideration only. At this point procedure can move in many directions. If in informal consideration, motion to move back into formal consideration. The purpose would be to further develop the ideas into a working paper , and to obtain sponsors in support of these ideas. A working paper is the beginning of a resolution.