One of the teaching strategies that teacher could employ in the classroom.

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2. Group Discussion…
• is a critical conversation about a
particular topic, or perhaps a
range of topics, conducted in a
group that allows participation
by all members.
• have no specific purpose except
the exchange of ideas and
opinions.

3. Group Discussion…
• emphasizes process (the
consideration of ideas) over
product.
• can be used to solve problems or
give comments on something.
• may or may not have a leader to
facilitate the discussion.

4. Prerequisites of a Group Discussion
1. RAPPORT
2. Topic

5. Prerequisites of a Group Discussion
• Knowledge
• Communication Skills

6. Elements of Group Discussion
• All members of the group have a chance to speak.
• The discussion is not dominated by any one person.
• Group members can give feedback on a certain idea or opinion.
• Arguments are based on the content of ideas and opinions, not on
personalities.

7. Advantages of Group Discussion
• Learner-centred.
• It gives an opportunity to all members to give their ideas and opinion
on a certain topic.
• It increases one’s listening skills and confidence in speaking.
• It helps students enhance their ability to articulate and defend a
position thoughtfully and respectfully.

8. Advantages of Group Discussion
• It widens your knowledge about a topic.
• It stimulates thinking in a new way.
• It promotes positive peer support and feeling of belonging.

9. Disadvantages of Group Discussion
• Learning points can be confusing or lost.
• A few participants may dominate the discussion.
• Digression is inevitable.
• Consumes a lot of time for the transmission of information.

10. Disadvantages of Group Discussion
• The teacher may not be able to monitor all the groups.
• Challenging for the teacher when the group members do not interact
easily.