EMCEE/Moderator Guidelines

EMCEE means masters of ceremonies. I was a government worker for 20 years. Sometimes I am asked to be the MC/Moderator. Most of the time I get lost and confused during the meeting/conference because I am unprepared so this list of reminders is for you.

1. Introduce oneself briefly, Name, position, stop, no ad-libs
2. Control and supervise the activities for the day.
   1. See to it that everything proceeds according to schedule
   2. Regulate tactfully the time of lectures
   3. Regulate the conduct of Open Forum
   4. Participants should identify themselves first before asking questions
   5. Written questions may also be allowed
   6. Give own inputs when called for
3. Act also as Master of Ceremonies (emcee) for the day
4. Give a short introduction of the lecturers/resource persons, and their respective lectures/topics, focusing only on their field of expertise. No Jokes nor ad libs
5. See to it that all participants are already in place before any lecture/activity begins.
6. Remind participants from time to time of:
   1. punctuality, if late, respect the lecturer and the audience. Don’t rush in looking for a seat.
   2. wearing of IDs
   3. bringing with them always their seminar kit and hand-outs.
   4. proper attire and decorum, especially during lectures. Don’t sleep. Don’t snore. DON’T USE YOUR CELLPHONE.
   5. prompt submission of evaluation sheets and written assignments (if any)
   6. “No smoking” areas
7. Announce changes in schedule/activities (when warranted)
8. Announce after the Open Forum that Certificates of Appreciation shall be awarded to lecturers/resource persons by the host.
9. Consult with the host on any matter affecting the conduct of the seminar, and coordinate with the Secretariat and Support Staff to insure smooth and efficient flow of activities.