PANEL DISCUSSION

AND GROUP
PRESENTATION

Panel discussion
Is one in which a small group
(usually between 3 and 6) utilizes
purposeful conversation, under the
leadership of a chairman, to
explore a question of inquiry or
policy before an audience.

The typical panel program

1. An introduction by the topic and the speakers
by the chairman
2. The discussion among the panelists

3. A summary by the chairman

4. A forum period during which the audience
participates under the coordination of chairman

Panel discussion is composed of:

PANELIST
-a person who is a part of a group of people who
answer questions, give advice or opinions, etc.

MODERATOR
- It is the moderator who sets the context, drives

the discussion, and engages the panelists and

audience in an interactive dialogue.

AUDIENCE

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF

THE MODERATOR
1. Preparation
The moderator should be fully informed about the background and
writings of the panelists and the issues to be discussed during the
forum.
2. Pre-Interview
It is useful for the moderator to speak with each panelist prior to the
program, in order to determine what the panelist is likely to say and to
explain the format and direction of the program.
3. Writing Introductory Materials
Introductions can provide a vehicle for engaging the audience from
the start of the program.
4. Preparing Questions
the moderator should still prepare additional questions, based on the
pre-interviews

5. Guiding the Panelists

The panelists should understand that the format of these programs
is conversational and informal.
6. Taking Questions from the Audience
The best moderators don't wait until the Q&A period to get the
audience involved. A very basic technique is starting the session by
polling the audience.
7. Keeping an Eye on Time
It's the moderator's job to make sure no panelist drags on for too
long, and that there's plenty of time for questions at the end.
8. Concluding Remarks
The moderator must synthesize various points and bring the
program to closure,
recapping key themes and reviewing the goals of the forum.

Advantages of panel discussion

1. Usually the entire meeting lasts between 1 and 2 hours
2. Because conversation is a familiar skill, the average person
who is well informed and co-operative may engage
efficiently as a panel participant
3. It is the only type of public discussion that affords a
continuous interaction among its members
4. The average panel possibly maintains a higher degree of
interest among the listeners and may stimulate them to
greater amount of reflective thinking

Disadvantages of panel discussion

1. Because the panel utilizes the medium of conversation, it

can be used effectively ONLY before relatively small

audiences
2. The panel method requires much more preliminary
consulting and planning among the speakers, a higher
degree of leadership on the chairman and the great degree
of emotional stability and cooperation of the discussants
3. The panel performers must be adequately informed on
the entire subject, not merely on limited segment

4. Panel method does not permit a participant to develop

his contentions in a systematic and uninterrupted manner

GROUP
PRESENTATION

Group Presentation
First, appoint one of the speakers to be in charge.
Second, each speaker should know what the other speakers are
going to say.
Third, the last words of each speaker should segue into what the
next speaker will cover.
Fourth, if possible the strongest speaker should end the group
presentation.
Finally, a dress rehearsal is essential. The group members need
to get a feel of the complete message to see how they can best
contribute.

Tips for Preparing a Group Presentation

PLAN IT
Get to know your group members.
Analyze your audience
Research your talk.
Outline your presentation
Outline your introduction
PRACTICE IT
Rehearse your talk many times
Rehearse ways youll transition from one major point to
another
PRESENT IT
Enjoy
Recognize that, as a group, you need to work off of one
another and support each other.
Pay attention to your audience during your talk

fin

Submitted by:
Daren May S. Estabillo
Bs Psychology
Group D
MW 10:00-11:30
Submitted to:
Prof. Gonzales