Group communication refers to communication between 3 or more individuals gathered to solve a problem or discuss a topic. It is an important part of teamwork and organizational efficiency. There are two main categories of group discussions: organizational discussions and discussions as part of a selection process. The main purposes of group communication are to share information and ideas, collect feedback, arrive at decisions, solve problems, discuss group issues, and get faster solutions. Group discussions are also used for evaluation, assessing factors like knowledge, communication skills, leadership skills, and approach to topics. Some tips for successful group discussions include being prepared on current issues, listening carefully, organizing ideas before speaking, encouraging others to share views, and aiming for a solution within the allotted time.

1. Government Engineering College,
Bhavnagar.
A Presentation on
Group Communication
Prepared by :
Pithwa Abhishek (130210125091)

2. Team work and group communication are one of the core
factors deciding the working and efficiency of an organization.
Various names have been given to this type of communication
depending on the purpose and situation namely meeting,
seminars, panel discussions etc.
Group communication refers to communication more than 3
individuals gathered to solve a problem or discussion on
certain topic.

3. Categories of Group
Discussion
 Organizational group discussions
 Group discussions as a part of a
selection process.

4. Purpose of group
communication
 To share and exchange information and ideas.
 To collect information or feedback on any
topic.
 To arrive at a decision on important matters.
 To solve a problem
 To discuss the issues in relati0n to group.
 To elaborate upon the work undertaken
 To get faster and vivid solutions on any topic.

5. GROUP DISCUSSION AS
EVALUATION
 Evaluation Components
Knowledge
Communication skills
Active Listening
Clarity of Thought and Expression
Apt Language
 Appropriateness of Body Language
 Group behavior (team spirit)
 Leadership skills
 Approach to topics and case studies

6. TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL
GROUP DISCUSSION
 Be thorough with current issues
 Always enter with a pan and paper
 Listen to topic carefully
 Jot down as many points in first few minutes
 Try to dissect the topic
 Organize your ideas before delivering
 Have something worthy when speaking first
 Have active knowledge of time and use it fairly
 Keep open mind and listen to others as well

7.  Show confidence when you speak
 Show sense of cooperation and be adaptive
 Encourage others to present their views as
well
 Stick to the core topic and do not divert
towards other topics
 Try coming to solution in given amount of
time

8. Dos
• Sitting comfortably
• Listening to topic
• Organizing ideas
• Speaking at the earliest
• Identifying supporters/
opponents
• Keeping track of time
• Sharing time fairly
• Maintaining eye
contact
• Taking notes
• Aiming for summary
if needed

9. Don’ts
• Being in a hurry
• Being silent
• Dominating
vocally/physically
• Assuming role of
chairman
• Introducing topic
• Taking extreme stance
• Looking at faculty
• Moving excessively
• Throwing all ideas at one shot
• Speaking fast
• Digressing
• Indulging in ill conversation
• Paying attention to bull dozers
• Using slang
• Getting emotional