Definition of Group Discussion v Group
Discussion is a modern method of assessing students personality. v It is both a technique and an art and a comprehensive tool to judge the worthiness of the student and his appropriateness for the job.
Group Discussion
The term suggests a discussion among a group of persons. v The group will have 8 & 12 members who will express their views freely,frankly in a friendly manner,on a topic of current issue. v Within a time limit of 20 to 30 minutes,the abilities of the members of the group is measured. v
Prerequisites of a Group Discussion v Topics
given by panelists v Planning and preparation v Knowledge with self-confidence v Communication skills/ power of speech v Presentation v Body Language and personal appearance v Being calm and cool v Listening skills v Co-operation.
Salient features
Topic may be given to judge your public speaking talent. v Discussion revolves around a specific subject. v The examiner does not interfere once he announced the topic. v Maintain cordiality and for free expression of thought and opinion. v Benefits in Group discussion v Shed your shyness, nervousness
&inhibition. v Stimulation of thinking in anew way. v Expansion of knowledge v Understanding of your strength and weakness. Benefits of group discussion v Your true personality is revealed and qualities of leadership crystallize.
Evaluation parameters v Language skills v Academic knowledge v Leadership skills v people handling skills v Team work v General knowledge.
Three requisites for group discussion v Extensive
knowledge base related to state, country and globe. v Areas are politics,sports,science &trade commerce,Industry and Technology,MNC,ect. v Analyze the social,economical issues logistically .
Do`s in group discussion
Appropriate to the issue . v Make original points & support them by substantial reasoning . v Listen to the other participants actively
&carefully.
v Whatever you say must be with a