Group Discussion and panel Discussion

overview of Group Discussion & panel Discussion

1. By : Abdul Ghaffar Group Discussion & panel Discussion We'll come to Problem SOLUTION

2. Group Discussion is define as a form of communication where participants share ideas and exchange information on certain topic Group Discussion '

3. Group Discussion ' In this form of communication, a particular number of people meet face to face and through free oral interaction, originate, share, and discuss ideas to arrive at a decision or solution to a problem. Group discussions are widely used in many organizations for decision making and problem solving. They are also used as a personality test for evaluating several candidates. They help to shortlist candidates for a final interview. To select personnel for positions of responsibilities . Select students for admission to professional courses.

4. G -Generating Ideas R- Reviewing policies and plans O - Organizing teams/ tasks U - Understanding perspectives P - Problem solving D -decision making I - Information exchange S -strategic planning C-conflict resolution unity among people S -studying cases -Socializing people I - Instruction O- Oneness of group participants N – negotiation Objective of Group Discussion GROUP DISCUSSION

5. Evaluating components During a group discussion, employer evaluate your potential for leadership and your ability to work in a team. The four components generally evaluated in a group discussion are. Knowledge Communication skills Group behavior Leadership potential

6. Knowledge   This refers to the depth and range of knowledge as well as your analytical and organizational abilities. You should be able to grasp the situation and analyze it not at ordinary level but from the wider perspective. The originality of you ideas, your knowledge, and initiative, and your approach to the topic contribute to your success in group discussion.

7. Communication Skills : During group discussions you will be assessed in terms of Active listening Clarity of thought and expression Apt language Appropriateness of body language

8. A group can be defined as two or more interacting and interdependent individuals who come together to achieve particular objectives. A group behavior can be stated as a course of action a group takes as a family Group behavior

9. Leadership Potential The success of any team depends, to a larger extent, on its leader. A group cannot carry out assigned work effectively without leader. Though there is no appointed leader in a group discussion for selection, a leader will emerge as the discussion proceeds. The candidate who possesses both functional ability ( Knowledge, mental and physical energy, emotional stability, obj ectivity , communication skills, integrity and emotional intelligence) and coordinating ability will emerge as a leader

10. A panel discussion is a specific format used in a meeting, conference or convention.  It is a live or virtual discussion about a specific topic amongst a selected group of panelists who share differing perspectives in front of a large audience. What is a panel discussion?

11. All groups members should have a common understanding of the goals towards which they are working. All group members should participate in all the aspects of group functioning Procedure which will best help the groups to achieve its goals should be set up by the group itself. Possible barriers to effective group action should be considered by the group and plans made to avoid and overcome them. PRINCIPLES

12. It observes the democratic principles of human behavior. Equal opportunities are provided to every participant. It encourages the active participation with originally and independently. It involves the social and psychological principles of group work. Continue……..

13. To identify the values. To analyses the current problem from different angle. To organize for mental recreation. To provide information and new facts. OBJECTIVES

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