The Unconference Format
Essentially, when you sign up to present a session, the session is yours to do with as you see fit -- if you think the best use of time is for you to lecture, you're welcome to do that. If you think the time would be better served by setting the stage for a brainstorming session, that's your choice, too. I've seen both methods, as well as the obvious blending of the two.
I think participants expect some level of engagement with the presenter and each other, unless the session happens to be a focused demonstration of some sort. So, any format that engages the audience and meets your personal goals for sharing, provoking, or eliciting would be appropriate.
As for the time of your presentation, that's determined on the day, by you. Attendees who wish to present are asked to post a short description (1/2 page, handwritten -- we'll provide paper and markers on-site). You'll have a chance to see what other people are presenting, and to post your session description to suit your tastes -- i.e., whether you want to present early or late, or if there happens to be another presentation you simply don't want to miss. The schedule tends to get shuffled around as the day develops.
The image below is of a schedule board from a workshop based on the same format. The topics in this case were all technology-related, so don't be put off by the details (if you zoom in to read the descriptions). As you can see, the times are listed along the left, rooms along the top, and participants have posted session-long, double-session, and half-session descriptions.
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