SKBE2113 Week 10 Group Discussion 2023 PDF

SKBE2113 Week 10 22/12/2023 GROUP DISCUSSION Class Schedule from Week 10 onwards WEEK TOPIC DATE Week Preparation for GD Evaluation 22.12.2023 10 Week Presentation 2 (GD- Group Work) 29.12.2023 (Monday is a 11 Public Holi...

SKBE2113 Week 10 22/12/2023 GROUP DISCUSSION Class Schedule from Week 10 onwards WEEK TOPIC DATE Week Preparation for GD Evaluation 22.12.2023 10 Week Presentation 2 (GD- Group Work) 29.12.2023 (Monday is a 11 Public Holiday) Week Lecture: Oral Presentation 5.1.2024 (Monday is a 12 Public Holiday) Week Quiz 2 8.1.2024 13 Preparation for Project 12.1.2024 Week Project Presentation 15.1.2024 14 19.1.2024 Definitions What is a group? collection of individuals who interact with each other, accept expectations and obligations as members of the group and share a common identity What is a group discussion? An exchange and evaluation of ideas and information to better understand a subject or to solve a problem  to reach a solution Purpose on an issue of concern of Group Discussio to de o vi th pr wi us an e ge to ne ra ide new te n enu in av tra ve to rsel p n as ap ew or he roa ou s in us so s t c a rio ers pr lving o v erp ob l lem a int ona s ki ll s  Characteristics of Group Discussions Leader and Members: Group discussions are effective only when Interface: A basic feature of group there is a group of members and a discussions is the interaction leader. The leader has to Participation: The effectiveness among the various members of the summarize facts and information, and efficiency of a group discussion group. They see, hear and integrate them, stimulate thinking depend, to a large extent, upon the communicate with each other and agree to a unanimous solution active participation of the orally by paying attention to each of the problem. The members of members. other. the group become actively related to each other in their respective roles. Conflict: A conflict is a difference Interpersonal Pressure to Conform: In a group or disagreement among the Attraction: Another characteristic discussion, there is always an members of the group, which often feature of a group discussion is element of pressure to conform to arise during deliberations and interpersonal attraction norms. discussions.  It provides a deeper understanding of the subject It improves the ability to think critically. Advantages It provides different approaches to solving a problem. of Group It helps the group in taking a decision. Discussions It gives an opportunity to hear the opinions of other persons. It enables a participant to put across his/her viewpoint. It enhances confidence in speaking. It can change your opinion and show you things from a different perspective.  Be Assertive A patient listener Important Right language Points in Be analytical and fact-oriented Group Accept someone’s point of view Discussions Praise the argument Accept contradicting views Express arguments with facts  Tip 1: Pay attention to your body language Tip 2: Be courteous with fellow speakers Tip 3: Be confident and keep adding 'good' points Tip 4: Ensure that your words make sense GROUP Tip 5: Don’t be afraid to start Tip 6: Use supporting statistics and examples Tip 7: Participate in mock GDs beforehand DISCUSSION Tip 8: Brush up your GK Tip 9: Follow your heart Tips Tip 10: Stay updated at all times Tip 11 : Acquire these crucial group discussion skills-teamwork skills, listening skills, discussion ability, subject knowledge & communication Tip 12: Follow these group discussion rules- come prepared, note down names of participants, maintain a firm posture, take charge of the discussion, do not get emotional DOs in Group Discussions Modulate the volume, pitch and tone Be considerate to the feelings of others Try to get your turn Be an active and dynamic participant by listening Talk with confidence and self- assurance Ideas should be appropriate to the issue Make original points and support them by substantial reasoning Make only accurate statements DON’Ts during Group Discussions Being shy/nervous/keeping isolated from group discussions Interrupting another participant before his arguments are over Making fun of any participant Speak in favor Change opinion at the last minute Don’t engage yourself in sub-group conversation Don’t repeat and use irrelevant materials