2. INTRODUCTION
Panel discussion was originated by Hasy A. overstreet, it
is technique used for higher learning.
In this method the participants have equal chance of taking
part in 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
3. DEFINITION
The discussion of a subject of public interest by a
group of persons forming a panel in front of an
audience.
4. OBJECTIVES
To provide information and new facts.
To analyse the current problem for different angles.
To identifies the values.
To organize for mental reaction
5. THEORITICAL B ASES OF PANNEL
DISCUSSION
The technique is based upon the following principles
It observe the democratic principles of human behaviour.
It encourages the active participation with originality and
independently.
It involves the social and psychological principles of
group work.
It is based on modern theory of organization.
7. PUBLIC PANNEL DISCUSSION
These are organized for common men problems.
Objectives
To provide factual information regarding current problems.
To determine the social values.
To recreate the common men.
8. EDUCATIONAL PANNEL DISCUSSION
These are organized for educational institutions
Objectives
To provide factual information and conceptual knowledge
To give awareness of theories and principles
To provide solutions of certain problems
10. PERSONS WHO ARE INVOLVED IN PANEL
DISCUSSION
INSTRUCTOR
MODERATOR
PANELISTS
AUDIENCE
11. INSTRUCTOR
Play most important role in panel discussion
Plans how, when and where the panel discussion will be
organized
Prepares the schedule for panel discussion
12. MODERATOR
Keep the discussion on theme and encourage the
interaction among participants
Must have mastery on the theme of discussion
13. PANELISTS
There are 4 to 10 panellists in the discussion.
Members sits in a semi circle Infront of audience.
The moderator sits in the middle of the panellists.
All the panelists should have mastery on the theme of
discussion.
14. AUDIENCE
Audience are allowed to
Put question and seek clarification
They can present their point of view
And their experiences regarding the theme
15. CHARACTERISTICS OF PANEL DISCUSSION
Used at college and university level to organize teaching at reflective
level.
Develops the ability of problem solving.
Helps to understand the nature, problem or theme of the discussion
Develops the right type of attitude and ability to tolerate anti ideas of
others.
Helps in creative thinking and to criticizing.
Develops the manners of putting questions and answering the questions.
16. ADVANTAGES OF PANNEL DISCUSSION
To encourage the social learning
Cognitive and affective objective are achieved.
To develops the problem solving ability and logically thinking.
Develops the capacity to respects others ideas and feeling and ability of
tolerance.
Develops the interest and right type of attitude towards the problem
17. LIMITATIONS
Chance of deviation from the topic
Some members can dominate the discussion
Possibility of splitting of group is more
Panellists belong to different groups may not create
appropriate learning situation
