Group Discussion

Presented By : Pattani Ketaki A.Enroll.No.:130210107039

What is Group Discussion ?

• It refers to the situation where 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 Discussion

• Group Discussion is more a technique than a conventional test.

• Thus , it is an exchange of ideas among the individuals of a group on a specific topic usually for decision making & problem solving.

Group Discussion

Hence, the ‘Group Discussion’ is the term that suggests a group of eight to ten people normally. Therefore, it is a modern way of accessing a person’s strengths.

Group Discussion judges:

Leader-ship Skills

Communication Skills

Persuasive Skills

Inter-personal

Skills

What skills are judged in group discussion?

How good you are at communication with others.How you behave and interact with group.Your listening skill.How you put forward your views.Your leadership and decision making skills.Your analysis skill and subject knowledge.Problem solving and critical thinking skill.Your attitude and confidence.

Prerequisites or requirements

Effective knowledge related to the topic.Planning and preparation about presentation.Co-operation

Listening SkillsBeing calm and humble.ConfidenceProper body language and appearance.

What to do in Group Discussion?

Sitting comfortably

Organizing ideas

Speaking at the earliest

Maintaining Eye Contact

Taking notes

Concluding yourself effectively

What not to do in Group Discussion?

While

Speaki

ng

• Don’t be in a hurry

• Don’t be silent

• Don’t throw all ideas at one shot

See

that you

• Don’t speak with over confidence

• Don’t get over others ideas

During your

tal

k

• Don’t use slang

• Don’t get emotional

• Don’t indulge in ill conversation

Benefits of Group Discussion

Academic and general knowledge increases.Develops ‘Leadership Skills’ .Enhances the ‘Language Skills’ .Develops ‘Team Work’ .Thinking develops in a new direction.One can understand one’s own strengths and weakness.Work is divided.

Have a great

‘GROUP DISCUSSION’

Guided By: Prof. Chetan Trivedi GEC, Bhavnagar