Panel Discussion

OUTLINE:
 Introduction and Definition of panel

discussion
 Objectives of panel discussion
 Purposes of panel discussion
 Principles of panel discussion
 Types of panel discussion
 Procedure of panel discussion
 Characteristics of panel discussion
 Organizing effective panel discussion
 Guidelines for panel discussion
 Advantages of panel discussion
 Disadvantages of panel discussion
 Limitations of panel discussion
INTRODUCTION
 Paneldiscussion was originated by
Harry. A. Ober Street. It is a
technique used for higher learning.
In this method the participants
have equal chance of taking part in
the discussion. After the lecture or
seminar the participants are ask to
add if they like to add anything or
ask there doubt if they have.
 It is a type of method of teaching in
which discussion technique of learning is
based on the Modern theory of
organization.
 The assumption of this theory is that
every member of the organization has the

capacity to initiate and solve the problem
and brings certain attitudes and values to
the organization.
DEFINITION
 “Panel discussion is a discussion in which a
few people carry on a conversation in front
of the audience”
-R.Sudha
 A panel discussion is a method of teaching
in which 4 to 8 person or students discuss

the assigned topic/problem/issues creatively
among themselves in front of an audience.
 It
is defined as a discussion in which few
persons carry on conversation in front of
the audience.
 It
is defined as the discussion of a subject
of public interest by a group of persons
forming a panel in front of an audience.
OBJECTIVES:
 To provide information and new
facts.
 To analyse the current problem.
 To identify the values.
 To provide the full understanding of
significant topic.
 To give an awareness of theories and
principles.
 To organize for mental recreation.
PURPOSES:
 To produce the features for the benefit of
a large group.
 It is a socialized group conversation in
which different points of view are

presented.
 Panel discussion stimulates thought and
discussion and clarifies doubts.

 The quick exchange of facts, opinions
and plan tends to develop more critical
attitude and better judgement.
 It can be helpful to stimulate discussion
encouraging thinking and developing

group opinion.
 The panel influences the audience to an
open minded attitude and respect for the

opinion of others.
PRINCIPLES
 It observes the democratic principle of
human behavior.
 It encourages the active participation
independently.
 Equal opportunities are provided to every
participant.
 To respect the ideas of others or each
other.
 It involves the social and psychological
principles of group work.
 It organizes teaching at reflective level
that must be thoughtful.

 It should be employ independent thinking
of the participants.
PUBLIC PANEL DISCUSSION:
This type of discussion is organized for
common men problems.
Objectives:
 To provide factual information
regarding current problems.
 To determine the social values.
 To recreate the common men.
 The public panel
discussion are
organized in the
television program.
The current
problems, annual
budget, educated
unemployment,
increase in price of
things.
Objectives:
 To provide factual information and
conceptual knowledge.
 To give awareness of theories and
principles.
 To provide solution of certain problems.
PROCEDURE :
INSTRUCTOR:
 It is the responsibility of
instructor how, where and

when panel discussion will
be organized.
 The schedule of panel
discussion is prepared by
him, sometimes he has to
plan rehearsal also.
MODERATOR:
 In the discussion
moderator has to keep the
discussion on theme and
encourages the interaction
among the members.
 He has to summarize and
highlight the discussion.

 The moderator must have
the mastery on the theme.

PANELISTS:
 There are 4 to 10
panelists in the
discussion.
 The members of the
panelist in semi circle

before the audience.
 The moderator sits in the
middle of the audience.

 The panelist must have
the mastery on the theme

of the discussion.
AUDIENCE:
 After the panel
discussion, audience are
allowed to participate
and seek clarification.
 They can present their
points of view and their

experiences regarding
the theme or problem.
 The panelist attempt to
answer the questions of

the audience.
CHARACTERISTICS
 It is used in college and university level
to organize teaching at reflective level.
 It develops the ability of problem solving.
 It provide the opportunity to understand
nature problem theme and giving their

point of view logically.
 It develops right type of attitude and
ability to tolerate anti ideas of others.
 It develops the ability of creative thinking
and to criticize the theme.

 It develops the manners of putting
questions and answering questions.

ORGANIZING EFFECTIVE PANEL
DISCUSSION
 There should be rehearsal before actual
panel discussion.
 Identify participants to identify an issue
or topic.
 The chairperson should be a neutral
referee and begin the panel discussion by

exploring the whole proceedings.
 The members of the panel are first
introduced by name and background
experience.
 The topic is announced and the limit of
discussion should be stated.

 Select panelist who are well informed
and have specific points of view

regarding the chosen topic.
 Decide on the format of the panel
discussion.
 Select a leader or chairperson/ moderator
for the panel discussion.

 Moderator should have high hand on
theme which can control the situation.

 The moderator must keep the discussion
to the subject and ensure that all members

of the panel get an equal opportunity to
express their views.
 Need of proper arrangement.
 Moderator should encourage both
panelist and audience, so it can run

properly and effectively.
 The moderator summarized the main
points presented by the speakers and

invites the audience to contribute and ask
questions.
 Finally the moderator sums up the panel
discussion.
GUIDELINES FOR PANEL DISCUSSION
 PUTTING A PANEL TOGETHER

 PLANNING A PANELDISCUSSION
 MODERATING A PANEL
DISCUSSION
ADVANTAGES
 Encourages social learning.
 Higher cognitive and affective objectives
are achieved.
 Used to develop ability of problem
solving and logical thinking.

 Develops capacity to respect others ideas
and feelings and ability to tolerate.

 It develops right type of attitude and
ability to tolerate anti ideas of others.

DISADVANTAGES
 One member of the group can dominate the
discussion.
 There is the possibility to split the group in
two subgroups.
 There are chances to deviate from the theme of
discussion.
 If panelists belong to different groups, it may
not create appropriate learning situation.

 Time consuming
LIMITATIONS
 There are chances to deviate from theme at
time of discussion, hence the purpose of the
panel discussion is not achieved.
 Some members dominate the discussion and
do not provide the opportunities to participate

other in the discussion.
 There is possibility to split. The group into two
subgroups that is for and against the theme.

SUMMARIZATION
 Introduction and definition of panel
discussion
 Objectives of panel discussion
 Purposes of panel discussion
 Principles of panel discussion
 Types of panel discussion
 Procedure of panel discussion
 Organizing effective panel discussion
 Guidelines for panel discussion
 Characteristics of panel discussion
 Advantages and disadvantages of panel
discussion
 Limitations of panel discussion

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OUTLINE:

 Introduction and Definition of panel

every member of the organization has the

in which 4 to 8 person or students discuss

which different points of view are

discussion and clarifies doubts.

encouraging thinking and developing

open minded attitude and respect for the

that must be thoughtful.

instructor how, where and

highlight the discussion.

the mastery on the theme.

panelist in semi circle

middle of the audience.

the mastery on the theme

points of view and their

answer the questions of

nature problem theme and giving their

and to criticize the theme.

questions and answering questions.

referee and begin the panel discussion by

discussion should be stated.

and have specific points of view

for the panel discussion.

theme which can control the situation.

to the subject and ensure that all members

panelist and audience, so it can run

points presented by the speakers and

 PUTTING A PANEL TOGETHER

solving and logical thinking.

and feelings and ability to tolerate.

ability to tolerate anti ideas of others.

not create appropriate learning situation.

do not provide the opportunities to participate

subgroups that is for and against the theme.

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