Group discussion
Definition
Group discussion : group discussion is a co-
operative, problem solving activity which seeks a consensus regarding the solution of a problem.
Purposes
To give students an opportunity to apply principles,
concepts and theories to transfer their learning to new and different situations. To clarify the information and concepts To learn the process of group problem solving To develop and evaluate their beliefs and positions To change the students attitude To raise students interest and enthusiasm for a subject or course
discussion with a keynote address. Gives a brief introduction , dictate objectives and guidelines. Keynote address ends with an invitation for the students to express their ideas or viewpoints.
Types of discussion
a) b) c) d) e)
Closed group discussion: These are private or non-public. The talk is addressed to members only. In some discussions non participants are also present. Closed group discussions will be held on different kinds of situations. Study group Workshop Staff meeting Briefing sessions Round table
purpose of deciding policy, solving problem and reaching decisions which lead directly to action if the group has power to act
Public discussions
Panel discussion
Dialogue Symposium
Forum
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Individual conference The informal class group discussion The seminar The clinical conference Role play Case analysis
develop critical habits of study Helps the student to advance in creative thought by his own efforts Enables student to enrich his own conceptions by reacting to those of others. The teacher can observe the student Gives student an opportunity to learn how to adjust to social situations
solutions of a problem The student acquires new knowledge from discussion and also develops ability to re-examine and analyze her own reasons and contributions in light of ideas presented by others
Group functions
Group task roles: those which help the group to do
its work, deals with aiding the group to its goals. The following are some task functions 1. Initiating 2. Regulating 3. Informing and clarifying 4. Supporting 5. Evaluating
which contribute to building relationship and cohesiveness among the membership some building functions are 1. Encouraging 2. Mediating 3. Expediting 4. Standard setting 5. Listening 6. Tension relieving
The giraffe
Who looks down on the others, and the programme in
The elephant
Who simply blocks the way, and stubbornly prevents
the groups from continuing along the road to their desired goal
The donkey
Who is very stubborn, will not change his/ her point of
view
The tortoise
Who withdraws from the group, refusing to give his or
The rabbit
Who runs away as soon as he senses, conflict, or an
unpleasant job.
The frog
Who crocks on and on about the same subject in a
monotonous voice.
The fish
Who sits there with a cold glassy stare, not responding
to anyone or anything
The chameleon
Who changes color according to the people she is with
The peacock
Who is always showing off, competing for attention
The lion
Who gets in and fights whenever others disagree with
his/her plans
The cat
Who is always looking for sympathy. It is so difficult
The rhino
Who charges around putting his/her foot in it and
The ostrich
Who buries his/ her head in the sand and refuses to
The mouse
Who is too timid to speak to on any subjects
The snake
Who hides in the grass and strikes unexpectedly
The hippo
Who sleeps all the time, and never puts up his head
except to yawn
The owl
Who looks very solemn and pretends to be very wise,
The monkey
Who fools around, chatters a lot and prevents group
Advantages
Grasps complex facts faster
Active participation and interaction Factual knowledge are understood better than
memorizing Team spirit Improves thinking, generates ideas, share and tried out Ideas responded better by others Nurturing environment for professional application
Disadvantages
Discouragement for weak students
Dependency on others for solving problems Withdrawn behaviors
accommodation
summary
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Research input
. Bennett, J., Hogarth, S., Lubben, F., Campbell, B., and
Robinson, A. (2009). Talking science: the research evidence on the use of small group discussions in science teaching. Int. J. Sci. Educ. iFirst article Bennett and colleagues conduct two systematic reviews of research articles on small group discussions among secondary science students. The authors note a dearth of research that aims to determine the effect of small group discussion on students' interests and attitudes
were formative assessment and development of students' communication and argumentation skills. Within groups, the leader's use of an inclusive discussion style was associated with student learning gains
post myocardial infarction patient L. Horlick, R. Cameron, W. Firor, U. Bhalerao, R.Baltzan An education and groupdiscussion program administered to a randomly selected group of post myocardial infarction subjects failed to produce any differences in a large number of behavioral and psychological measures. These included smoking behavior, health status, social and recreational status, family and marital life and vocational activities, as well as measures of anxiety, depression, and health locus of control.
Group- Discussion Teaching Method on Educational Achievements and Communicative Skills: A Comparative Study Author(s): Dr. M. Javad Liaghatdar , Dr. M. Reza Abedi, Dr. E. Jafari and Dr. F. Bahrami
effectiveness of teaching methods, Lecturing and group discussion, on students, educational achievement and their communicative skills. A Semiexperimental research method was used for this study In general, research results indicated that group-discussion teaching method was more effective than lecturing teaching method. Furthermore, group-discussion was more effective than the other method for male students, regarding educational achievement but there was no significant difference between male and female regarding their communicative skills.
References
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